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Geriatric Assessments and Driving Evaluations

Published on August 20, 2009

The Center for Excellence in Aging and Geriatric Health (CEAGH) is now offering both Driving Evaluations and Geriatric Assessments.  UPDATE:  Between now and September 30, 2009 the first 30 Driving Evaluations for will be FREE!

The Geriatric Assessment is completed by a geriatrician, a neuropsychologist and a social worker.  You will need a referral from your primary care physician and the assessment takes about 3 hours.  Medicare and most other medical insurances cover the cost of the assessment. 

The Driving Evaluation involves both psychological and driving simulator testing.  Once through with the testing, CEAGH will make a diagnosis and provide recommendations, information and support.  The cost of the evaluation is $295 and is not covered by insurance, although they do offer a sliding scale fee based upon income.  

For more information call CEAGH at 757-220-4751 or visit their website at www.excellenceinaging.org.