Families navigating the Georgia Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver or the NOW/COMP Medicaid Waivers often need documentation to support eligibility for services. These assessments are typically used to:

  • Support eligibility for Medicaid through the Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver
  • Document intellectual and adaptive functioning for NOW/COMP Waiver services
  • Guide access to therapies, respite care, in-home support, and other resources
  • Clarify diagnoses and provide ongoing recommendations for care and services
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We work closely with families to ensure that assessments meet the specific requirements set by the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH), DBHDD, and the state Medicaid guidelines. This often includes cognitive testing, adaptive functioning measures (such as the Vineland-3 or ABAS-3), and a thorough clinical report that includes relevant diagnoses and documentation. You might seek this type of assessment if:

  • You’re applying for the Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver for a medically complex or developmentally delayed child
  • You need updated adaptive or cognitive scores for a NOW/COMP application or renewal
  • Your child, teen, or adult needs documentation to maintain Medicaid-funded services
  • You or your child/teen are transitioning between school systems or state programs and need updated records

Our team understands how important these supports are to families as well as how stressful the application process can be. We aim to provide both clarity and compassion as we walk alongside you. Every assessment includes a feedback session and a written report that is suitable for submission to Medicaid or related agencies. Providers at PFPA also well connected to trusted local agencies and providers who can help families navigate next steps after diagnosis, from case management to therapeutic supports.

If you’re wondering whether an assessment might be the right next step, we’re here to help. Our psychologists offer free consultations to discuss the process, answer questions, and share follow-up steps. We invite you to explore our provider directory and/or contact us online or via phone (770-953-4744 ext. 66) to learn more. We are happy to answer your questions and help you find someone who best fits your needs!

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