Pendleton Community Care, Inc. is an organization located in West Virginia that provides high-quality, affordable medical and pharmacy care. We are staffed with expert physicians and pharmacists that you can trust. Our goal is to help you and the people you love most stay healthy or return to good health. Since our first health center opened in 1982, we have provided our patients with timely, affordable and quality care; because to us, they aren’t just people in a waiting room. They are a part of our family.
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care provider before beginning services.
Not bad for a rural community clinic however if you like things to be on time you can forget it. I have never gone there when I havent had to wait at...
Pamela R.
July 29, 2008
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.