FAQ's
We want to provide you with answers to all your questions. Please contact us or fill out our form for help. We want to get you back on the road or ensure you stay safe.
Frequently Asked Questions...
Do you take insurance?
Insurance does not cover driver rehabilitation therefore we do not accept insurance.
We are happy to provide you will a super bill that you can submit to your insurance. It is recommended that you contact your insurance prior to the evaluation to confirm if they will reimburse for driver rehabilitation.
Can I use my own car?
Due to safety, a driver rehabilitation vehicle must be used for all behind the wheel evaluations and training. These vehicles are equipped with an instructor brake, as well as signage indicating to other drivers that you are a driver in training.
Can my family join me?
An adult family member may join the clinical portion of the evaluation if you wish, however, due to liability, only the driver and the therapist are allowed in the vehicle.
A family member is requested at the end of each evaluation for discussion regarding results.
Why do I need a doctor's order?
A doctor's order is required for all driver rehabilitation services as they are provided by an occupational therapist. This advanced occupational therapy assessment will be part of your medical record. Most individuals seeking driving rehabilitation have a medical diagnosis that is limiting them from driving. The doctor will be notified of the findings of the evaluations.
What is a driving evaluation?
A driving evaluation is an extensive assessment of cognition, vision, physical performance (approx 1.5 hours), and most importantly, a behind the wheel assessment (1 hour)
What is adaptive equipment for a car?
Adaptive equipment in a car typically includes the following:
1) hand controls - replace using the gas and brake pedal with your feet.
2) spinner knobs - a device attached to your steering wheel allowing one handed or reduced effort steering.
3) Left foot accelerator - a gas pedal to operate with the left foot.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. For cancellations with less than 24 hours, a cancellation fee $150 for Comprehensive Driving Evaluations and $50 for training sessions will be charged.
How to get started:
1. Have your doctor fax a referral to 253-295-3800 for "Occupational Therapy Driving Evaluation". They can also fax this referral form.
2. Once the referral has been received, we will call to schedule the evaluation and email you the intake paperwork.
3. Comprehensive Driving Evaluation - we come to you or meet at an agreed upon location.
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For adaptive equipment - the evaluation will be to determine the best equipment to move forward with for training.
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For other driver evaluations, the potential outcomes of an evaluation include, but are not limited to:
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Client demonstrates fitness to drive
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Client demonstrates performance deficits that show potential for remediation with training
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Client will benefit from holding on driving and driver training until further recovery has occured
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Client demonstrates high risk factors for safe driving and driving retirement is recommended
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4. After adaptive equipment training has concluded and client demonstrates 100% use for vehicle operation, a Rx is sent to the mobility dealer for installation in the client's vehicle.
5. A final fitting is performed with the client and Compass Driving Rehabilitation at the mobility dealer.
6. After training, the client must sign up and test with the DOL to obtain endorsements on their license for driving with adaptive equipment.