How to Get Insurance to Cover Speech Therapy
Worried about the cost of speech therapy? This guide walks you through how to work with your insurance to get coverage or reimbursement for services.
Speech therapy can be life-changing—but also costly. So how can you get insurance to help?
Here are a few steps that can make a difference:
Get a referral or diagnosis from a pediatrician or neurologist
Ask your provider about CPT codes for evaluation and treatment
Call your insurance company and request speech-language pathology coverage details
Check if telehealth is covered (many plans now allow it!)
Keep all documentation—including progress reports and invoices
At The SLP Therapy Lab, we provide superbills and progress summaries to help families navigate insurance with confidence. While coverage can vary, many families find partial or full reimbursement for services.
“Is Online Speech Therapy as Effective as In-Person?”
Wondering if online speech therapy really works? Learn how telehealth sessions deliver the same results as in-person therapy—with added flexibility for busy families.
Online speech therapy, or telehealth speech-language pathology, has grown significantly in recent years. But is it just as effective as in-person sessions?
The answer is yes—when done right.
Research consistently shows that telehealth speech therapy outcomes are comparable to in-person results, especially when the therapist is experienced in virtual care. At The SLP Therapy Lab, we use tools like screen-sharing, interactive games, and parent-coaching to make sessions engaging and productive.
For families juggling work, school, and travel, telehealth offers flexibility without compromising results. It's especially helpful for clients with anxiety or sensory challenges who thrive in their home environment.
If you're unsure whether online speech therapy is right for your child or teen, book a free consultation and we’ll help you explore the best path forward.
How to Tell If Your Child Needs Speech Therapy
Not sure if your child’s speech is on track? Here are five signs it might be time to consider speech therapy—and how early support can make a big difference.
Worried your child might be falling behind in communication? You’re not alone. Many parents wonder if their child’s speech or language development is on track—or if it’s time to get support.
Here are some signs to look for:
Limited vocabulary for their age
Difficulty combining words into sentences
Struggles to follow directions or answer questions
Frequent frustration when trying to communicate
Speech that’s hard for others to understand
Early intervention matters. A speech delay doesn't always mean a long-term issue—but the earlier it's addressed, the better the outcome.
At The SLP Therapy Lab, we offer no-pressure consultations to assess where your child stands and what support (if any) might help.