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How can i get a kid tested for dyslexia?
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Dr. Mark Pattersonanswered
Pediatrics 34 years experience
Talk to doctor: Your child's pediatrician should be able to give you advice on who in your area is able to test for dyslexia and other developmental problems.
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Dr. Barry Bergman commented
Pediatrics 43 years experience
Most pediatricians are able to direct you to centers in your community for testing. Pediatricians often diagnose learning differences.
May 27, 2012
Dr. Johanna Frickeanswered
Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral 52 years experience
If a public school: finds a child's reading ability to be below average & academic progress slow, they institute 3-tiered Response To Intervention. Then, if progress is still inadequate, they evaluate for eligibility for Special Education. Insurance companies do not cover private assessment or therapy for dyslexia by Speech/Language Therapists, child (neuro)psychologists or reading programs like LindaMood-Bell.
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