Question 1

Does Dr. Austin-Small provide psychotherapy or counseling?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Austin-Small is not presently taking clients for psychotherapy services.

Question 2

Does Dr. Austin-Small see clients in an office?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dr. Austin-Small conducts meetings, consultations, exams, and trainings in his office. His office is located at 255 River St. Suite 003, Troy, NY 12180.

The office is accessible by public transport. There is a pay parking lot behind the building.

The office and building are accessible, with an elevator, large doors, and single-occupant toilets that can accomodate wheelchair users. Braille signage is on doors and elevators.

Question 3

Does Dr. Austin-Small see clients via telehealth?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Dr. Austin-Small can conduct clinical interviews, hold meetings, provide consultation, and perform other services via secure videoconference.

Question 4

Does Dr. Austin-Small take insurance?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Austin-Small is a NY Worker's Compensation Board provider. Dr. Austin-Small works with insurance companies specifically for worker's compensation cases.

You cannot use insurance to pay for exams that are part of legal preceedings. This means you cannot use insurance for VA-related exams, disability exams, or any court ordered exam. Insurance does not cover these exams, as they are not healthcare or for treatment purposes. They are part of a legal record and used to make legal decisions. Therefore, Dr. Austin-Small does not accept insurance for exams.

Question 5

What are Dr. Austin-Small's fees?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Austin-Small bases his Worker's Compensation fees on the official fee schedule used by New York State.(https://www.wcb.ny.gov/content/main/hcpp/FeeSchedules.jsp)

Fees for independent exams can vary. Attorneys and accredited VSOs can feel free to call to discuss. Individuals cannot pay for a private independent medical exam (IME). Once an individual pays for their own exam, it is no longer "independent." Dr. Austin-Small would become that person's private provider. To be an independent exam, it must be requested and paid for by a third party (an attorney, VSO, court, company, etc), not the person themselves.

Fees for court-ordered NYS 730 exams are pursuant to contracts established with the associated county.