How to Begin Speech at KCC
A step-by-step guide to getting services for your child
Our staff is excited to help you get started at Kaufman Children’s Center! Here’s what to expect...
Please give us some basic information about your child via our intake form HERE. You can also request occupational therapy services on the same form.
You will receive a notification by email that we received your information. If there is a current wait list, it could be several weeks before we reach out to schedule your evaluation. If you would like an update, please call our office at 248-737-3430 or reach out to Dawn Fields by email.
An evaluation by a KCC speech-language pathologist is required before therapy can begin. This allows us to formulate goals based on first-hand knowledge of your child. The evaluating SLP will go over your child’s background with you, then the fun begins. Our therapists are entertaining and truly know how to engage children. The bulk of the evaluation will be spent one-on-one with your child, but you are welcome to watch from one of our observation rooms.
At the end of the evaluation, the SLP will go over their findings with you. If therapy is recommended, our front office staff will make every effort to provide a schedule that works for your family. The SLP will follow up with a formal, written report of their evaluation findings.
KCC bills directly to Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, and Health Alliance Plan. For all other insurance plans, payment is the responsibility of the parent. Our front office staff is happy to provide you with the codes you will need to try to get reimbursement from your insurance company. The fee for evaluations is due the day you are here, and all other therapy is billed on a monthly basis. Payment is accepted in cash, check, Visa, or MasterCard.