Driver Retraining

The driving evaluation consists of a clinical evaluation and a Behind the wheel evaluations. During the evaluation we take a thorough medical history as well as review their driving history.  Skills that are evaluated include reaction time, vision and perceptual skills, hand, arm and leg sensation, movement and control, ability to get in and out of the vehicle, problem solving, and judgment skills and basic driving knowledge.  The Behind the wheel evaluation is completed using Madonna’s training car which is equipped with hand and foot controls, as well as a training brake.

Adaptive equipment can be recommended following an initial driver evaluation. We may also recommend further training sessions to ensure safe use and skill level.  Each plan is developed to meet the individualized need of the client.  We work closely with specialized equipment providers and other resources to assure recommendations are completed properly.

all services in our driver rehabilitation program are fee for service. We accept cash, check or credit card. 

Clinic evaluation: $220

Behind the wheel evaluation: $ 165

Total cost: $385

In vehicle training sessions: $80 per hour. 

Outside funding such as vocational rehabilitation and worker’s compensation will be accepted with prior authorization. 

A physician’s order is required with a medical diagnosis in order to schedule an evaluation. Ideally, we would like to get the referral with some clinical information and medical history so that we have a full picture of your history prior to the appointment. This information can be faxed to us at the time of your referral.

The evaluation is a two part assessment including a clinical assessment and an on-road assessment. During the clinic portion, skills that are evaluated include reaction time, vision and perceptual skills, hand, arm and leg sensation, movement and control, ability to get in and out of the vehicle, problem solving, and judgment skills and basic driving knowledge. The B ehind the wheel evaluation is completed using Madonna’s training car, which is equipped with hand and foot controls, as well as a training brake.

Recommendations will be reviewed with you at the completion of the evaluation. You will likely have one or more of the following recommendations:

1. Safe to drive, no recommendations
2. Unsafe to drive
3. Adaptive equipment is required to drive
4. Restricted driving is recommended
5. Driver’s training is required for further assessment to determine safety and recommendations.
   

A report is shared with your referring physician. All recommendations require review and approval from your physician. If adaptive equipment is needed, then we will facilitate the referral and next steps for that service to a vendor.

A driver’s license or a learner’s permit are required for the initial evaluation. Out of state licenses are accepted.

We require you to meet the current state vision requirements for driving. We would recommend if you are unsure that you have an eye exam and have your best corrected vision at the time of the evaluation.

Insurance is not billed for driving rehabilitation services. Payment is expected at the time of service. We accept cash, check or credit card.

We accept payment from outside sources such as vocational rehabilitation and worker’s compensation.

It is your choice not to complete the evaluation. Your doctor will be notified if that is your decision. Depending on your physician, the next steps may include involving the Department of Motor vehicles that oversees your license status. You are encouraged to visit with your physician about the possible consequences of not completing the evaluation.