This is your investment in restoring peace at mealtimes and confidence in parenting.
Billing & Payment
FirstSTAGES Feeding Specialists, LLC is an out of network provider
We accept major credit cards, FSA & HSA, Venmo & Zelle
Discounted support packages available- schedule a call to learn more
Itemized super-bills provided for families to submit for
possible out of network reimbursement
Family is responsible for submitting the super-bill &
any reimbursement goes directly to the patient/family
Ask your insurance about a Gap Exception or Single Case Agreement
when an in-network feeding provider is unavailable- see blow for details
Questions about pricing or packages? Contact Us
How to Check Your Benefits
Contact your insurance company
Ask about out of network benefits
Speech Language Pathology feeding & swallowing services
Ask about:
Out of network coverage
Deductible & coinsurance
Reimbursement rates
Number of visits allowed
Referral or preauthorization requirements
Gap Exception or Single Case Agreement eligibility
CODES
• CPT 92610 • Feeding & swallowing evaluation
• CPT 92526 • Feeding & swallowing treatment
Typical ICD-10 diagnosis codes include:
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R63.31 – Pediatric feeding disorder, acute (<3 months)
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R63.32 – Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic (>3 months)
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R13.11 – Dysphagia, oral phase
Gap Exception / Single Case Agreement
FirstSTAGES is an out of network provider
If you are waitlisted for an in network feeding provider,
you may ask your insurance company whether you qualify for a
Gap Exception or Single Case Agreement using the CPT codes above
This may allow FirstSTAGES services to be covered at in network rates
Families are responsible for
initiating and managing the request with their insurance company
A PCP referral or documentation of medical necessity may be helpful
We are happy to provide our NPI, EIN and supporting therapy information
Brief assistance is provided when possible.
Requests requiring extensive calls, paperwork or administrative time may involve an additional fee, discussed and agreed upon in advance.