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Speech/ Language Pathologist
Speech/Language Pathologists with a current license in the state where they provide services to Illinois children may apply for an EI Specialist: Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist credential and enroll to bill. (Provider is automatically enrolled under aural rehabilitation and speech therapy categories.) Credential and CBO enrollment required.
Pay Table
| Unit of Service | Description | Rate of Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | Evaluation / Assessment - onsite | $14.53 |
| 15 minutes | Evaluation / Assessment - offsite | $18.14 |
| 15 minutes | IFSP development | $14.53 |
| 15 minutes | IFSP meeting | $18.14 |
| 15 minutes | Individual therapy.- onsite | $14.53 |
| 15 minutes | Individual therapy - offsite | $18.14 |
| 15 minutes | Group therapy (multiple families or group not to exceed 4 children) | $ 7.88 |
Aural Rehabilitation And Other Related Services Procedure Codes
| Unit of Service | Description | Rate of Reimbursement |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | A/R assessment - onsite | $14.53 |
| 15 minutes | A/R assessment - offsite | $18.14 |
| 15 minutes | A/R IFSP development | $14.53 |
| 15 minutes | A/R IFSP meeting | $18.14 |
| 15 minutes | A/R services - onsite | $14.53 |
| 15 minutes | A/R services - offsite | $18.14 |
| 15 minutes | Group A/R services (multiple families or group not to exceed 4 children) | $ 7.88 |
Resources
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association www.asha.org
- Early Intervention www.asha.org/.../EarlyIntervention.htm
A listing from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (www.asha.org) providing documents, references, and resources related to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and speech, language, and hearing.
- Roles and Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists in Early Intervention: Position Statement (2008) www.asha.org/docs
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (www.asha.org) created a position statement listing the roles and guiding principles governing speech-language pathologists providing early intervention services. Available as a pdf
- Roles and Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists in Early Intervention: Technical Report (2008) www.asha.org/docs
This document by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (www.asha.org) provides background information regarding IDEA, an overview of development, guiding principles of best practices, and the functions of speech-language pathologists. Available as a pdf
- Roles and Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists in Early Intervention: Guidelines (2008) www.asha.org/docs
An extensive document by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (www.asha.org) detailing procedures and protocols for those serving very young children. Available as a pdf
- Core Knowledge and Skills in Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathology Practice (2008)www.asha.org/docs
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (www.asha.org) developed paper that defines roles and principles guiding speech-language pathologists. It is a summary of knowledge and skills needed when working with infants and toddlers. Available as a pdf
Contact Info
Center for Best Practices in Early Childhood Education
Western Illinois University
1 University Circle
Macomb, IL 61455
Phone: 800-701-0995
Fax: 309-298-3066
Email:
providerconnections@wiu.edu
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