FAQs
What is Myofunctional Therapy?
The American Speech-Language Hearing Association defines Orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) as: patterns involving oral and orofacial musculature that interfere with normal growth, development, or function of orofacial structures, or call attention to themselves (Mason, n.d.A). OMDs can be found in children, adolescents, and adults. OMDs can co-occur with a variety of speech and swallowing disorders. OMD may reflect the interplay of learned behaviors, physical/structural variables, genetic and environmental factors (Maspero, Prevedello, Giannini, Galbiati, & Farronato, 2014).
Myofunctional Therapy is a specialty branch of medicine that assesses OMDs and treats or refers out for all areas of function. These include Respiration, Oral Habits, Sleep Habits, Dental History, Oral Structure and Function, Chewing and Swallowing / Feeding Skills. Registered Dental Hygienists and Speech-Language Pathologists currently play a large role in treatment of OMDs. Collaboration with other medical specialists is of utmost importance in the success of treatment of OMDs. Your medical team could include specialists such as: Allergist, Certified Orofacial Myologist, Speech-Language Pathologist, Dentist, Oral Surgeon, Orthodontist, Otolaryngologist, Physician, Physical Therapist, and Sleep Apnea Specialist.
What specialized training do your therapists have?
We have each completed an intensive 4-day course through the International Association of Orofacial Myology, which focused on assessment and intervention for the entire orofacial complex.
We have separately completed several courses regarding infant and childhood feeding disorders, child development, behavioral techniques, tethered oral tissues, childhood apraxia of speech and other motor speech disorders.
Do you take my insurance?
Flight Speech Therapy is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, AR Kids, PASSEs, and TEFRA. We are happy to provide you with a superbill that you can use to seek reimbursement through your insurance company as an out-of-network service.
Flight Speech Therapy takes payment via credit card, HSA card, check, or cash.
How do I file out of network?
How To File For Out-Of-Network Benefits (**Informational Guide Only - your individual results will vary and Flight Speech Therapy, LLC cannot guarantee any successful results.**)
Call the member services phone number on the back of your insurance card.
• Tell the Customer Service Representative that you would like to know about your coverage for speech therapy benefits with an Out-of-Network provider.
• Write down the person you spoke with:
Date of call:
Time of call:
• Have the following information ready & available for the call.
Insured’s name:
Child’s name and date of birth:
Insurance member ID and policy/group numbers:
Provider: Flight Speech Therapy
Flight Speech Therapy, LLC Group NPI: 1629693486
Ask these questions while speaking with your insurance company.
• What is my coverage for speech therapy benefits?
• Do I need pre-authorization for speech therapy? If so, how do I obtain it?
• What forms do I need to submit when filing my claim?
• Where can I find the form on your website? Can you email me a copy?
• Can I file my claim online or do I need to mail/fax it to you?
• Do I need to file my claim within a certain amount of time after the date of service?
• Do I need a superbill from the speech therapist?
• Do you need any other information from the speech therapist?
• How long does it take to process my claim?
• What can I do if you deny the insurance claim?
• What is the process for filing a claim after I have Superbill for services?
During our initial phone consultation, we may let you know which of the following codes you should tell your insurance company. They will be our best estimate, based on the information you provide, but they may change after the formal evaluation.
Speech Therapy CPT Codes:
• 92522 - Evaluation for speech sound production
• 92523 - Evaluation for speech AND language skills
• 92610 - Evaluation of swallowing function
• 92507 - Treatment of speech, language, communication disorder/ Individual
• 92526 - Treatment of swallowing and dysfunctional or oral function for feeding
Speech Therapy Diagnosis (ICD-10) Codes:
• F80.0 - Articulation/phonology disorder
• F80.1 - Expressive language disorder
• F80.2 - Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
• F80.4 - Speech & language delay due to hearing loss (chronic ear infection)
• R48.2 – Apraxia of speech
• R47.89 – Speech sound disturbance
• R13.11 – Oral preparatory phase dysphagia
• R13.12 – Oral pharyngeal phase dysphagia
• M26.59 - Malocclusion or other dentofacial functional abnormalities
• R63.3 - Feeding difficulties
• Q38.1 - Ankyloglossia
• M26.59 - Malocclusion
• F98.8 Thumb sucking / Nail biting
• Q38.0 Lip Tie
Why was I referred to Flight Speech Therapy?
Your dental/medical provider has identified one or more myofunctional disorders and would like for Flight Speech Therapy to assess and treat the underlying causes. These could range from TMJ pain, sleep disordered breathing, vocal fatigue, chronic head/neck pain, tongue tie, orthodontic relapse, chewing and swallowing disorders, among others.
What information will I learn from this evaluation?
Evaluations at Flight Speech Therapy are comprehensive and assess oral resting posture, oral anatomy, respiration/airway, sleep patterns, medical history, allergies/reflux/digestion, non-nutritive habits, chewing and swallowing patterns, picky eating/food preferences, sensory issues/dysfunction, and articulation/speech habits. Myofunctional therapy is most successful when paired with certain other health providers, and we also provide outside referral recommendations for comprehensive care.
How long will I wait in the waiting room, and how long can I expect the evaluation to take?
Our evaluations start and end right on time. Please arrive a few minutes early to check in at the front desk. You can expect the evaluation to last about 1 hour.
What if I cannot attend my scheduled appointment?
We accept cancellations 3 or more hours prior to your appointment. Otherwise, you might be subject to a $100 no-show fee. You can send us an email, text, or phone call to cancel and reschedule your evaluation appointment.
Can my evaluation be completed virtually?
Evaluations must be completed in-person, as the therapist must be able to physically assess muscle tension and strength. However, weekly or bi-weekly virtual options are available for therapy appointments within the state of Arkansas. Your therapist will decide if teletherapy is a good option for your specific, individualized treatment plan. If you are receiving teletherapy, it is recommended that you plan to come in for an in-person session once a month.
Do I need to bring anything for this evaluation?
Bring a crunchy snack, a chewy snack, something to bite off (like a granola or breakfast bar), favorite water bottle/cup. Please bring any mouthguards, dental appliances, retainers that you use during the day or night.
What will I need to do after the evaluation?
Visit our friendly office staff at the front desk to check out and schedule your first therapy or teletherapy appointment with your therapist to figure out which mode of service works best for you. Your therapist will specify how often you need to schedule therapy appointments based on results of the evaluation. Myofunctional therapy depends on consistent attendance and compliance with a home program to experience the most success towards treatment goals.