What is the purpose of testing?
The neuropsychological evaluation typically aims to identify cognitive strengths and weaknesses, to help clarify diagnosis, and to provide additional insights for treatment planning. This is done by means of comprehensive assessment with paper-and-pencil tasks and questionnaires that measure cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning. 

Some common reasons for referral include to clarify whether cognitive changes (such as memory loss or attention problems) are related to psychiatric illness or a medical/neurological condition, to assess for dementia, to assess for autism or ADHD, to establish a cognitive baseline when there is chronic illness (such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, etc…), to assess someone’s cognitive status after an injury (such as a traumatic brain injury or a stroke) and many other reasons.

Who requests these evaluations? 
Neuropsychological evaluations are often requested by neurologists, psychiatrists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, and other treatment providers.  Sometimes, concerned individuals and/or their family members may request neuropsychological testing to be done. 

Referral for neuropsychological evaluation for patients who have traditional Medicare can only be accepted when medically necessary. Referral must be made by qualifying providers, such as Physicians (MD, DO, DDM, DDS), Physician Assistants, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, and other providers qualified to order and refer.
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What is “Person-Centered”?
In the field of psychology, a person-centered approach is based upon the belief that everyone has the capacity for growth and is driven toward manifesting their full potential. At Person-Centered Neuropsychology, LLC, we integrate these tenets into our approach to neuropsychological evaluations.