Our doctors specialize in the neuropsychological assessment and treatment of English and Spanish speaking adults and elderly. Our office is located in Beaverton, Oregon, is ADA accessible, and conveniently located near mass transit.
Our doctors have experience working with individuals who have a variety of brain related disorders including dementia, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors, movement disorder, and toxic exposure. They also have experience with pre-surgical evaluations.
In addition to providing clinical evaluations, Dr. Renteria, Dr. White, and Dr. Trontel perform forensic civil evaluations, workers' compensation evaluations, and independent medical examinations. They also have experience working with individuals who are applying for Social Security disability benefits and individuals who are seeking a waiver (form N-648) for the citizenship examination.
Our doctors prioritize a close collaboration with each patient and their families/caregivers, the referring provider, and other medical professionals to ensure the highest quality of care. Their mission is to capitalize on cognitive strengths and empower each individual with the knowledge and tools needed to live a fulfilling and successful life.
Oregon Neurobehavioral Group is a participating provider with the following insurance plans:
We also evaluate individuals with various worker compensation plans.
If you are paying out of pocket for the evaluation (i.e., if your insurance is not being billed), full payment is due at the time of service. For your convenience, we accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis for those who qualify. If requested, our doctors can provide you with an estimate for your evaluation which includes face-to-face time as well as any time spent interpreting tests and preparing the written report.
A neuropsychological evaluation is recommended when impairment in cognitive functioning is suspected or there are changes in behavioral or emotional functioning. A referral is typically made to rule out the following conditions and to describe their impact on a person’s functioning:
Results of the evaluation may help:
The neuropsychological evaluation consists of a clinical interview and testing. During the interview, we will ask about current symptoms, medical history, medications, education, and other important factors.
The testing portion of the evaluation is done while seated at a table. The testing involves answering questions and taking paper and pencil tests. A few of the tests are computerized.
The particular tests that will be administered depend upon the questions raised by the patient and the referring physician. The tests may assess the following areas:
Depending on the patient’s needs, some abilities may be assessed in more detail than others. Specialized training in neuropsychology enables our clinicians to use the procedures that yield the most comprehensive understanding of an individual’s strengths and weaknesses.
The time involved in the evaluation will depend upon the concerns/questions that are raised (by the patient or the referring physician) and the age of the individual being assessed. However, the evaluation can often last anywhere from several hours to a full day. If needed, the evaluation can be completed over several sessions to adjust for patient endurance.
After the evaluation your doctor will write a comprehensive report. This report is usually completed within 1-2 weeks after the testing appointment, if not sooner. This report will provide a diagnosis (if appropriate) and pertinent recommendations and referrals.
Your doctor will schedule an appointment to go over the test results with the patient. During this appointment your doctor will review the information contained within the report and will provide the patient with a copy of the report.
With patient permission, your doctor may send the results to the referring doctor, or other healthcare provider.
We evaluate individuals 18 years of age and older. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment or have questions about your insurance coverage please call (971) 384-0084.
A minimum of 48 hours notice is required for cancellation of appointments. Cancellation of an appointment can be made by calling (971) 384-0084.