How to Get Insurance to Cover Speech Therapy

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Written By Alexandra McKenzie

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:

  1. Get a referral or diagnosis from a pediatrician or neurologist

  2. Ask your provider about CPT codes for evaluation and treatment

  3. Call your insurance company and request speech-language pathology coverage details

  4. Check if telehealth is covered (many plans now allow it!)

  5. 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.

Alexandra McKenzie
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