1) Does Dr. Snyder accept my insurance?

No. The practice does not bill insurance, as insurance plans do not recognize membership-based care charges. The practice does not submit or process insurance claims.

For a complete description of financial policies, please see the Patient Agreement Form under the Forms section.

2) What if I don’t see Dr. Snyder in a particular month — do I still pay?

Yes. The membership fee is automatically charged, similar to a gym or phone subscription. Some months you may have multiple visits and other months none — this balances out over time. Most new patients are seen every 4–8 weeks initially; as symptoms stabilize, visits become less frequent, typically at least once every three months for ongoing care. For this reason, monthly fee goes down with the amount of time one has been followed in the practice.

Full membership terms are outlined in the Patient Agreement Form under Forms.

3) Can I use my HSA/FSA card to pay for membership?

Dr. Snyder can charge any credit or debit card you are legally authorized to use. It is your responsibility to confirm whether your employer or plan allows HSA/FSA funds to be used for this purpose, as rules vary.

4) What if the patient needs MRI, EEG, or high-cost medications?

These services are performed at external facilities or pharmacies and are billed through your insurance. Dr. Snyder will obtain prior authorizations when required.

5) Does Dr. Snyder accept adult patients?

Yes. Dr. Snyder’s training and experience allow her to see adult patients. Most adult patients are young adults. She does not provide care for geriatric neurological conditions.

6) Will my teenager need to transfer to an adult neurologist after turning 18 or 21?

No. Patients may continue long-term follow-up into adulthood, until older-adult (> 65 y.o.) neurological care becomes appropriate.

7) Why are single consults not offered?

The practice is designed for longitudinal care rather than one-time consultations. Most neurological conditions are chronic and require ongoing management to achieve and maintain stability.

8) What should I expect from this practice model?

The direct-care model changes only how doctor’s services are paid for. Clinical care remains similar to a traditional medical office — with the added benefit of direct communication and access to Dr. Snyder, rather than working through multiple layers of staff.

9) Why doesn’t Dr. Snyder bill medical insurance?

Insurance reimbursement in this region does not provide sufficient support to sustain a pediatric neurology subspecialty practice. Dr. Snyder previously operated an insurance-based practice (Little Buddies Child Neurology), which closed for this reason. The membership model provides stable funding to keep the practice open and accessible.

10) Does Dr. Snyder manage food supplements or alternative medicine therapies?

No. Dr. Snyder practices mainstream, evidence-based neurology with a focus on Pediatric Neurology and Headache Medicine.

11) Where can I find pricing information?

Current membership fees and service details are listed under the Services section of the website and also can be found in the Patient Agreement Form under the Forms section.

12) Where can I find the full practice policies and rules?

A complete description of practice policies, financial terms, and patient responsibilities is available in the Patient Agreement Form under Forms.