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What is the referral procedure?
A written Referral/Prescription is required from a physician. This can be faxed or e-mailed to the Driver Specialist in advance or provided in person to the therapist the day of initial contact. To schedule our services, all clients should have a current driver’s license or temporary permit. This allows the behind-the-wheel evaluation to take place on the highways. Otherwise the evaluation is limited to clinical evaluation only. If you do not have this, the Driving Specialist may be able to assist you in requesting it from your local DMV Safety Office.
Clients must be seizure-free for at least at least 6 months (If not seizure-free, they must have a doctor’s waiver). The client must complete and submit the following 3 forms:
Can I drive my own car for the behind the wheel evaluation?
Yes, if no adaptive equipment is required. Driver Rehabilitation Specialists are often able to conduct the clinical evaluation at the client's home to determine strength and limitations - physically, visually, cognitively and perceptually as they relate to driving. Then a behind-the-wheel assessment in the client's own environment determines the ability to combine these skills to drive safely.
Do you accept appointments, and where do I go for an appointment?
All appointments are set upon receipt of complete referral information and pre-approval of payment for services. All services are provided either at the client’s location or a local vendor if a specialized vehicle is to be utilized. This allows for a more accurate behind-the-wheel assessment as the client is seen driving in their familiar environment.
If I need adaptive equipment, do you direct me to a specific vehicle modifier for my modifications?
Due to the competitive nature of the vehicle modification industry, Driver Rehabilitation Services can provide a list of vehicle modifiers certified to install and service your adaptive equipment. If your needs are product specific and can only be acquired by a certain dealer or manufacturer, you will be informed of this issue. In every situation, the ideal customer is one that checks all the local vehicle modifiers, interviews them for service availability, warranty lengths, after-hours emergency service, and length of time needed for vehicle modification. We believe that the client should make an informed choice of their vehicle modifier.
How are your fees billed/invoiced?
Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Independent Living Program, Workers Compensation or private/self-pay are potential funding sources. If the client is private/self-pay, full payment is expected at the time the service is rendered. Private insurance, Medicare and Medicaid do not reimburse driver evaluations.
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