Aetna · ADHD · Autism · Pre-surgical · Sacramento
Aetna-covered psychological assessments in Sacramento — ADHD, autism, and pre-surgical evaluations.
Cogniscribe and Dr. Youssef Nakhla, PsyD accept Aetna for gold-standard testing in Fair Oaks (Sacramento area) and by telehealth across California. Available now — no months-long waitlists.
Covered services with Aetna
Psychological testing we provide for Aetna members
Benefits vary by plan. We verify Aetna coverage and any prior authorization before you schedule — no surprise guessing.
ADHD evaluations
Comprehensive ADHD psychological testing for children, teens, and adults.
- Attention & executive functioning
- Differential diagnosis
- Clear written report + feedback
Autism evaluations
Structured autism assessment with careful differential diagnosis.
- Social communication profile
- Developmental & sensory history
- Actionable recommendations
Pre-surgical evaluations
Psychological readiness evaluations when Aetna requires them.
- Spinal cord stimulation (SCS)
- Peripheral nerve stimulation
- Bariatric surgery
How we work with Aetna
In-network testing. Benefits checked before you start.
Cogniscribe Psychology and Dr. Youssef Nakhla, PsyD are in-network with Aetna for psychological assessments. After you reach out, we help confirm your plan, medical necessity / authorization needs when they apply, and estimated patient responsibility — then we schedule.
With Cogniscribe
- Psychologist specializing in assessment (PsyD #36042)
- Aetna in-network for testing
- In-person Fair Oaks + CA telehealth
- Accepting referrals — no long wait lists
- Gold-standard report you can use with schools, physicians, and surgeons
What people are often stuck with
- Providers who don’t do comprehensive testing
- Cash-only evaluations
- Months on a waitlist
- Unclear insurance answers until after intake
- Reports that don’t help next steps
Get started
How to begin Aetna-covered assessment
Use the SimplePractice contact form — or call / email.
We confirm network status, authorization needs, and what to expect before you schedule.
Interview, testing as indicated, then a written report and feedback session.
Fair Oaks office
In person for the Sacramento area. Telehealth statewide.
8146 Greenback Lane, Suite 202B, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 — Cogniscribe. Convenient for Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, Carmichael, and nearby.
FAQ
Aetna assessment questions
Do you take Aetna for ADHD testing?
Yes. Cogniscribe and Dr. Nakhla are in-network with Aetna for psychological assessments, including ADHD evaluations. We still verify your specific plan before scheduling.
Do you take Aetna for autism assessment?
Yes — autism evaluations are part of the assessment services offered, with Aetna in-network. Benefits and any authorization requirements are confirmed up front.
Do you do pre-surgical psychological evaluations with Aetna?
Yes. Pre-surgical evaluations are available for spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, and bariatric surgery. We’ll confirm Aetna requirements for your procedure pathway.
Is there a long waitlist?
No. We are accepting assessment referrals and prioritize getting people scheduled without months of waiting.
Where are you located?
In-person at Cogniscribe in Fair Oaks (Sacramento County), with secure telehealth across California when appropriate.
Ready for clear answers — with Aetna?
Request an assessment. We’ll verify benefits and tell you the next step.