FAQs: Common Questions About Autism & ADHD Testing

We accept the following insurance plans:

• Medical Mutual Commercial Insurance
• United Healthcare Commercial Insurance
• Ohio Healthy (Employees and their dependents)
• Caresource Medicaid 
• Buckeye Health Medicaid
• Molina Healthcare
• United Healthcare Medicaid

We recommend calling your insurance  provider directly to verify active coverage, deductible, and copay. This will allow for a smooth and uninterrupted evaluation process. Because all insurance plans are different, please verify that Heather Griffith is a provider on your plan. The insurance company may ask for this information:

• Individual NPI 1063811289
• Group NPI 1356094775
• EIN 83-4095775
• Practice name: PACE Consulting

PACE Consulting provides diagnostic evaluations across the lifespan, serving both children and adults. Our assessment services maintain consistent diagnostic precision while adapting protocols to address age-specific presentations and needs. Understanding that finding qualified professionals who can effectively evaluate across age ranges can be challenging, we've developed expertise in conducting comprehensive assessments for both pediatric and adult populations.

Our evaluation protocols are specifically designed to diagnose autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities across developmental stages, recognizing how these conditions manifest differently throughout the lifespan. Each assessment is calibrated to account for age-specific factors while maintaining diagnostic rigor and accuracy.

PACE Consulting's ability to provide thorough evaluations across age ranges ensures consistent access to high-quality diagnostic services for both children and adults. Our comprehensive reports include age-appropriate recommendations and accommodate different life contexts—from academic environments for children to workplace settings for adults. This specialized expertise in lifespan evaluation allows us to provide detailed diagnostic clarity and specific recommendations regardless of the client's age or life stage.

No, PACE Consulting cannot conduct evaluations for those that reside out of the state of Ohio at this time. Clients must live in Ohio and have a valid Ohio address.

PACE Consulting approaches diagnostic assessment with recognition that clinical understanding continues to evolve, particularly regarding neurodevelopmental conditions. Our evaluation protocols integrate current research and diagnostic criteria, ensuring comprehensive assessments that capture the full complexity of each individual's presentation.

Our diagnostic process focuses on gathering objective data that documents your specific needs and challenges, free from preconceptions or stereotypes. When evaluating autism spectrum conditions, our assessments examine the full range of diagnostic criteria, recognizing that presentations vary significantly across individuals and extend far beyond simplified markers.

Each assessment is conducted with meticulous attention to current diagnostic standards while maintaining scientific objectivity. PACE Consulting's evaluation process results in detailed reports that document specific symptom patterns and provide clear diagnostic conclusions based on comprehensive data collection. These thorough evaluations create a foundation for understanding individual needs and accessing appropriate supports.

PACE Consulting provides diagnostic evaluations for autism, ADHD, and related conditions through comprehensive psychoeducational assessments, backed by years of experience. Our diagnostic protocols specifically account for masking behaviors—particularly in adult evaluations—where learned compensatory strategies can impact symptom presentation.

Our evaluation process employs a specialized diagnostic interview and detailed behavioral observations designed to differentiate between authentic presentations and masked behaviors. This comprehensive approach is particularly crucial for adult diagnoses, where years of developed compensatory strategies can complicate traditional diagnostic procedures.

The assessment protocol integrates current research on masking behaviors with standardized evaluation measures, creating a thorough diagnostic process that captures both overt and subtle manifestations of neurodevelopmental conditions. This detailed approach enables accurate diagnosis even in cases where compensatory strategies may have previously obscured clinical presentation.

Our evaluation process acknowledges and accommodates individual differences in presentation and comfort levels. The evaluation procedure is structured to minimize stress while maintaining diagnostic accuracy. PACE Consulting prioritizes client comfort throughout the evaluation process, ensuring your perspective and experiences are incorporated into our comprehensive assessment.

While PACE Consulting's primary service is diagnostic assessment, we maintain a list of community resources that may be helpful for your next steps. These resources are collected from various sources and client experiences but have not been formally vetted by our practice. We provide these as informational options only, and PACE Consulting maintains no affiliations with these providers nor responsibility for services received elsewhere.

Yes! We offer testing for adults and children! We believe everyone is in a different place in life, and no matter where you are, we want to meet you where you are at to help your path to success.

We understand masking and the ways it can be really harmful. We are always up to date in our knowledge. We assess using the ADOS-2 as well as a diagnostic interview. We put weight on both objective and subjective data. We value what you say.

Your wait time for an appointment will generally be six weeks or less. Report turnaround time is 4 to 6 weeks.

We understand that phone calls can be difficult for some people... so we offer text messaging on our main phone: 380-777-PACE (7223), or you can email us at hello@consultpace.com - we will get back to you as soon as we can!

There are many things you can do with your report. As a first step, we recommend providing your report to your doctor to get your diagnosis into your medical file so you can pursue the right treatment. Our comprehensive evaluations also help school-aged children and college students to get educational interventions and accommodations. We have helped clients get approved for accommodations for the SAT/ACT, GRE, BAR exam, and much more. With our report, we will provide recommendations on how to get the best support so you can move forward towards success.

We also provide documentation to aid in disability determination hearings.