Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule- Second Edition

The ADOS-2 is the gold standard for autism testing. It can be used to test almost anyone ages 1 through adulthood, regardless of language ability. The ADOS-2 looks at a person's social skills, communication skills, and restricted and repetitive behaviors.

For a person to be a candidate for ADOS-2 testing, they should have no significant sensory  impairments such as blindness, deafness, or challenged mobility. The examiner will conduct a pre-test interview to collect a thorough developmental history of the individual. The test itself typically takes between 60-90 minutes. During the test, the examiner will lead the individual through a series of tasks and conversations in order to assess the individual's social and communication skills, as well as restricted and repetitive behaviors. The test will be scored and a report will be written. The report will include a summary of the test and its results, diagnostic impressions referencing the DSM-5 criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder, and treatment recommendations. The  report  can then be taken to a diagnosing provider (pediatrician, psychiatrist, licensed clinical social worker, etc.) for a formal diagnosis. 

The standard cost of and ADOS-2 autism assessment is $700 total per assessment; however, each client is encouraged to complete a sliding scale application for consideration of an adjusted assessment cost based off annual income. Flexible payment plans are available, regardless of sliding scale adjustments. No fees or interest are associated with using a payment plan.