Some surgical procedures require presurigical psychological evaluations as a requirement for surgery. If you are considering a spinal cord stimulator implant for chronic pain or weight loss surgery, complete your required evaluation from the comfort of your own home.
Insurance companies require presurgical psychological evaluations for certain procedures including spinal cord stimulators and bariatric surgeries. Also, it’s important to consider the timing of surgery and the lifestyle changes that are expected in the postoperative period. Recovery from surgery can be stressful and mood, current stress, social support, and other factors can impact how well someone copes after surgery. There are also some conditions that call into question whether surgical intervention is the best option at this time. Overall, the goal of the presurgical psychological evaluation is to help set you up for success after surgery.
You will be asked about your chosen medical procedure, your medical history and expectations related to the outcome of the surgery. You will also be asked questions related to your mood, current stress, social support system, lifestyle habits and mental health history.
No, however you may be able to be reimbursed by your insurance plan if you have out of network benefits.
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Psychologists are only allowed to perform telehealth visits in the states in which they are licensed to practice. Although Dr. Given is located and licensed in Pennsylvania, he is able to see patients via telehealth in 39 states under a licensure agreement with PSYPACT. For a list of participating states visit: PSYPACT Participating States. Additionally, to avoid a potential conflict of interest, Dr. Given is unable to see patients who reside in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Patients in this area should contact LGHP Neuropsychology to schedule a presurgical evaluation.