For Referrers: Clinical Neuropsychology Services
Professional Partnership in Cognitive Care
LDB Clinical Neuropsychology provides high-level diagnostic and functional evaluations for adults, adolescents, and children (8+).
We act as a consultant to your practice, providing the objective cognitive data needed to clarify complex presentations, monitor disease progression, and inform treatment planning.
We prioritise clear communication, clinically rigorous reporting, and a timely turnaround for all referrals.
Areas of Clinical Consultation
We accept referrals for a wide range of neurological and neurodevelopmental conditions, including:
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Neurodegenerative Disorders: Differential diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, Vascular Dementia, FTD, Lewy Body Dementia, etc.
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Movement Disorders: Cognitive profiling for Parkinson’s Disease, Huntington’s, and Essential Tremor (including pre-DBS screening).
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Cerebrovascular Events: Post-stroke cognitive mapping and TIA follow-up.
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Acquired Brain Injury: TBI, brain tumours, hypoxic injury, and toxic/metabolic encephalopathy (including Alcohol-Related Brain Damage).
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Neurosurgical Support: Pre- and post-operative monitoring for tumours, NPH (shunt studies), and epilepsy resection.
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Neurodevelopmental Profiles: ADHD, ASD, ID, and FASD assessments using objective psychometric batteries.
Capacity & Medico-Legal: Independent evaluations of decision-making capacity (Financial, Personal, Health, EPOA) and fitness for duty or driving.
Why Refer to LDB Clinical Neuropsychology?
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Objective Psychometry: We move beyond screening tools (MMSE/MoCA) to provide deep-dive evaluations using normative data.
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Differential Diagnosis: We assist in distinguishing between organic cognitive decline and "pseudo-dementia" related to mood disorders or metabolic factors.
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Functional Insights: Our reports translate raw scores into real-world implications for driving, medication management, and independent living.
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NDIS & Support Evidence: We provide evidence required for NDIS Access Requests and complex disability support planning.
Referral Process & Logistics
How to Refer
We accept referrals via the following secure channels:
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Medical Objects: Provider Number 5041244J
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Secure Email: reception@ldbneuropsych.com
Please include:
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Patient contact details.
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Relevant clinical history and current medications.
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Specific referral question (e.g., "Clarify diagnostic profile," "Assess capacity for EPOA," or "Baseline for surgical monitoring").
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Copies of recent neuroimaging (MRI/CT/PET) if available.
Appointment Duration & Fees
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Duration: Most comprehensive evaluations require 3 to 7 hours of clinical contact time to ensure diagnostic accuracy.
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Reporting: A detailed clinical report is typically provided to the referring practitioner within 3-4 weeks of the assessment completion.
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Funding: We accept private referrals, WorkCover, NDIS (Self-managed or Plan-managed), Bupa ADF, and DVA. Please note that Neuropsychology is not currently covered under Medicare rebated Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP).
Contact for Peer Consultation
If you have a complex case and wish to discuss the suitability of a neuropsychological referral, please contact us to arrange a discussion with Lorryn Delle Baite via (07) 4088 1503.
We value collaborative care and are happy to provide guidance on assessment utility for your patient.