About Central Oregon Pediatric Associates - Bend East
COPA is the region's pediatric center of excellence, caring for children for over 45 years. Our practice is rated by the Oregon Health Authority as a 5 Star Tier 3 patient centered primary care home. We're proud of the dedicated team we have caring for patients and one another in the most supportive clinical work environment in the region.
The work experience here was not good. For years they have had a great deal of turnover with their staff which leads to confusion and disorganization....
Laurie A.
March 22, 2024
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We brought our son to east COPA location for the first time when we moved to Bend in 2020. The location is clean and the staff all worked to help him be...
Jessica T.
February 12, 2022
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I am only leaving one star because I am not allowed to leave zero. Horrible experience. I have now had several issues with fraudulent charting and...
Larissa H.
December 9, 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
Your pediatrician might be able to administer screenings, but most general doctors are not trained to formally diagnose autism. They might refer you to a qualified diagnostic clinician which include:
Developmental Pediatricians
Child Psychologists
Child Psychiatrists
Pediatric Neurologists
Pediatric Neuropsychologists
Your experience might look different depending on the type of clinician you choose. Many families prefer working with developmental pediatricians. Others might work with a psychiatrist or another specialist to get a different perspective.
A formal ASD diagnosis, or a medical diagnosis, helps you get the support your family needs, especially within the context of accessing medically necessary therapies and services.
Insurance Coverage for Therapies: Medically necessary therapies for ASD are often covered by insurance including, but not limited to, speech therapy, ABA therapy, and occupational therapy.
Financial Support: A diagnosis is required when applying for social security or disability benefits.
Plan for Care: A diagnosis helps identify your child’s support needs. For example, your child might need to develop social communication and self-regulation skills.
Future Research: The more data we gather through evaluations, the more we can improve services for autistic children and adults.
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