Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) / Concussion
The following professionals are considered qualified to evaluate and diagnose brain injuries:
- Licensed neuropsychologist
- Primary care physician
- Physician (M.D.) specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of TBI
Documentation from a current treating provider (as noted above) should be on letterhead, be signed and dated, and should include:
- Information on the type of acquired/traumatic head injury
- Information on cognitive ability including discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment
- Information on speech, language and communication ability including discussion of strengths and weaknesses
- Information on executive functioning including memory, concentration, attention and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment
- Information on academic achievement including reading, writing, math, oral language and discussion of strengths and impact of condition(s) in the postsecondary environment
In lieu of a report, your treatment provider can complete the disability verification form: pdf format or Microsoft Word (.doc) format