Parents with ADHD kids - how do I find executive function coaches that take medical insurance?

[Anonymous]

College kid needs one to help with scheduling activities, getting things done, self motivating, organizing room, keeping routines, etc. How did you guys find help like this? Are they usually covered by medical insurance? Thank you for any advice.

[Anonymous]

I have never heard of this being covered by medical insurance. It’s something that we as parents pay for out of pocket.

[Anonymous]

Possibly if it was an OT?

[Anonymous]

That would be my job. I.e. mom. It's not covered by insurance OP.

[Anonymous]

I’ve heard people say that if you can find an OT who does this then it MIGHT be covered but I’ve never found that. IME exec function coaching is not going to be covered. Ours is $200/week so not an insignificant expense.

[Anonymous]

When parents ask me things like this, I tell them the analogy of a winter coat. Do I think their child would benefit from a winter coat when it is cold outside, so they could safely go outdoors and get fresh air and exercise without getting hypothermia? Yes. Can I write them a prescription for a winter coat to be covered by their medical insurance? No.

Some things you just have to buy if you want them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’ve heard people say that if you can find an OT who does this then it MIGHT be covered but I’ve never found that. IME exec function coaching is not going to be covered. Ours is $200/week so not an insignificant expense.

Could you share how you found your EFC?

[Anonymous]

Not covered by insurance, but might be provided by the college's support services. My daughter's school provides that support. She has an assigned coach who meets with her weekly to check in on progress, help with organizational skills, teaching different techniques to help her figure out what works for her.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’ve heard people say that if you can find an OT who does this then it MIGHT be covered but I’ve never found that. IME exec function coaching is not going to be covered. Ours is $200/week so not an insignificant expense.

Could you share how you found your EFC?

I believe it was from a rec in the Parents of Collegebound Kids with ADHD Facebook group.

[Anonymous]

I don't think medical insurance will cover it, but I believe you can use an HSA to pay for it.

https://lifeskillsadvocate.com/financial-aid-for-executive-function-coaching/

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have never heard of this being covered by medical insurance. It’s something that we as parents pay for out of pocket.

+1. We never did

[Anonymous]

We submit to 529 for reimbursement. It’s an educational expense.

[Anonymous]

A therapist can help him set and achieve goals and help with procrastination. But if you want to essentially have a nanny or personal assistant for your college student, no, not covered.

[Anonymous]

Has you child met with Student Support Services?