All consults are with caring and experienced Lactation Consultants. Most appointments take place in our Phoenix/Scottsdale office, conveniently located off of the 101 and Scottsdale Road and follow-ups and some consults also in our East/Mesa office, just off the 202 loop north.
INITIAL LACTATION CONSULT | approximately 90-120 minutes | in office only
The Initial Lactation Consult is comprehensive session to thoroughly examine your feeding concerns.
This visit includes:
- thorough review of health history, birth, and breastfeeding experiences; physical assessment of breasts; discussion of concern(s)
- review of baby’s growth and feeding patterns; evaluation of latch and effective transfer; assessment of oral and structural anatomy
- observation of a feeding and suggestions for positioning
- structural assessment and referral for necessary bodywork
- education about infant cues and typical baby behaviors
- links to supporting materials
- personalized, detailed written care plan with clear objectives for dyad’s goals
- insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
- follow-up correspondence
*Additional $50 will be added for twins.
We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details). *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.
INITIAL LACTATION CONSULTATION WITH TONGUE TIE ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT | approximately 90-120 minutes | in office only
The Initial Lactation Consult with tongue tie assessment (and potential treatment) is comprehensive session to thoroughly examine your feeding concerns.
This visit includes:
- thorough review of health history, birth, and breastfeeding experiences; physical assessment of breasts; discussion of concern(s)
- review of baby’s growth and feeding patterns; evaluation of latch and effective transfer; assessment of oral and structural anatomy
- structural assessment and referral for necessary bodywork
- observation of a feeding and suggestions for positioning
- education about infant cues and typical baby behaviors
- links to supporting materials
- personalized, detailed written care plan with clear objectives for dyad’s goals
- option to release tethered oral tissue at the same visit
- insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
- follow-up correspondence
*Additional $50 will be added for twins.
We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details). *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.
FOLLOW-UP LACTATION CONSULT | approximately 30-60 minutes | in office
Sometimes persistent issues may require more than an Initial Consult to resolve, or secondary challenges prompt a Follow-up Consult.
This visit occurs within 6 weeks of the Initial Lactation Consult and may include:
- review of prior concern(s)/progress update
- explore new concerns
- handouts and/or links to supporting materials
- re-evaluate and update the care plan
- insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
- follow-up correspondence.
*Additional $25 will be added for twins.
We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details). *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.
BOTTLE CONSULTATION WITH TONGUE TIE ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT | approximately 60 minutes | in office
The Bottle Consultation with tongue tie assessment (and potential treatment) is comprehensive session to thoroughly examine your feeding concerns.
This visit includes:
- thorough review of health history, birth, and feeding experiences;
- review of baby’s growth and feeding patterns; evaluation of latch on the bottle and effective transfer; assessment of oral and structural anatomy
- observation of a feeding and suggestions for positioning
- structural assessment and referral for necessary bodywork
- education about infant cues and typical baby behaviors
- links to supporting materials
- personalized, detailed written care plan with clear objectives for family goal’s
- option to release tethered oral tissue at the same visit
- insurance documents to submit for reimbursement by provider
- follow-up correspondence
We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details). *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.
CHILD AND ADULT TONGUE TIE ASSESSMENT | Â 60 minutes | in office
The Tongue Tie Assessment is short, targeted consultation meant to provide meaningful assessment and care plan for feeding challenges. Â Appointments are one-on-one with an Dr. Cara and geared towards families who are bottle feeding and no longer breastfeeding.
This visit includes:
- detailed history
- oral exam
- follow-up correspondence.
We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and TRICARE-West; for other providers, a Superbill to submit to insurance for reimbursement can be given (contact your insurance provider for coverage details).
PRIVATE PRENATAL CONSULT | approximately 60 minutes | in office
Families who prefer a customized session before baby arrives benefit from a Private Prenatal Consult.
This visit includes:
- breastfeeding education with a focus on the newborn phase, including infant feeding cues
- strategies for maximizing milk production and avoiding common “booby traps”
- suggestions for effective latching and positioning
- discussion of concerns and questions
- local resource guide for ongoing community support
- an individualized plan for optimizing early breastfeeding and meeting long-term goals.
We are contracted with Aetna, Banner Health, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and TRICARE-West. For other insurance carriers, a Superbill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement can be given to you (contact your insurance provider for coverage details). *Please call our office when you schedule to confirm your plan is one that we accept.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!