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Language Development in Children: Tips for Parents

March 20, 2026Parental Resources

Understanding Early Language Development Critical periods of language acquisition The first three years of life are crucial for language development. During this time, the brain is especially receptive to learning language. Missing these early opportunities can make acquiring language skills more difficult later on. Early speech milestones Children typically begin by recognizing important sounds by […]

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Language Development in Children: Stages and Support Tips

March 19, 2026Parental Resources

Introduction to Language Development in Early Childhood What Is Language Development? Language development in early childhood refers to how children learn to listen, understand, speak, and interact socially through communication. It includes recognizing sounds and words, building vocabulary, and using language to express needs, ideas, and emotions. Why Early Childhood Matters The first few years […]

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Language Delay in Children: Causes and What to Do

March 18, 2026Parental Resources

Introduction to Language Delay in Children Understanding Language Delay Language delay occurs when a child’s language skills develop slower than typical milestones. It’s essential to differentiate between speech and language delays: speech involves the verbal production and articulation of sounds and words, while language encompasses understanding and using communication across verbal, nonverbal, and written forms. […]

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Key Speech Therapy Evaluation Signs Every Parent Should Watch For

March 17, 2026Parental Resources

Understanding the Importance of Early Speech Therapy Evaluations Why Early Speech Therapy Evaluations Are Critical Early identification of speech and language delays is essential to support children’s communication development effectively. Children who do not reach key milestones—such as babbling by 6 months, using words by 12 to 18 months, or combining two-word phrases by age […]

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Introduction to Receptive Language Delay

March 16, 2026Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Introduction to Receptive Language Delay Understanding Receptive Language Delay Receptive language delay refers to difficulty a child experiences in understanding spoken language. This includes challenges with following directions, answering questions, comprehending vocabulary, and interpreting figurative language such as idioms and metaphors. Impact on Comprehension and Communication Children with receptive language delay may struggle to grasp […]

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Identifying Articulation Disorder in Children Early On

March 13, 2026Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Understanding Articulation Disorder in Early Childhood Definition of articulation disorder Articulation disorder is a speech sound disorder where children have difficulty producing specific speech sounds correctly. This difficulty arises from problems in the motor functions required to coordinate the lips, tongue, teeth, and palate to form sounds. Common manifestations include substituting sounds (e.g., saying “wabbit” […]

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How to Foster Receptive Language Development at Home

March 12, 2026Parental Resources

Understanding Receptive Language and Its Importance What is receptive language? Receptive language is the ability to understand and process spoken, written, and nonverbal communication. This includes interpreting words, sentences, gestures, and visual cues to derive meaning. It is the foundational skill that enables children to comprehend instructions, respond to questions, follow routines, and grasp concepts […]

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How a Language Evaluation for Kids Can Help Identify Issues

March 11, 2026Parental Resources

Why Early Language Evaluation Matters Importance of Early Speech and Language Assessment Early speech and language assessment is critical for identifying communication challenges in children at the earliest stage possible. By recognizing delays or disorders in expressive and receptive language skills, healthcare professionals can diagnose issues such as articulation difficulties, phonological disorders, or swallowing problems. […]

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Finding a Pediatric Speech Pathologist: Tips for Parents

March 10, 2026Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Why Early Speech Therapy Matters and How Parents Can Advocate Importance of Early Intervention Early speech therapy is essential because children’s communication skills develop rapidly in the early years. Research shows that beginning therapy before age 5 can lead to much better outcomes. Prompt intervention addresses speech sound production, language delays, fluency issues, and feeding […]

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Expressive Language Milestones: Tracking Your Child’s Progress

March 9, 2026Parental Resources

Introduction to Expressive Language and Its Importance What is Expressive Language? Expressive language refers to how children use words, gestures, facial expressions, or other forms of communication to express their thoughts, feelings, needs, and ideas. It starts from birth, beginning with crying and non-verbal cues, and gradually progresses to babbling, single words, and eventually complex […]

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929 E. Britton Rd
Oklahoma City, OK 73114
4331 Adams Rd
Suite 111
Norman, OK 73069

PATIENT INFORMATION

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INSURANCE INFORMATION

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CASE HISTORY

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How does the child usually communicate? (check all that apply)
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PRENATAL AND BIRTH HISTORY

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DEVELOPMENTAL HISTORY

Please list the approximate AGE your child achieved these developmental communication milestones:
babbled
use of gestures
first word
2-word phrases
simple sentences
 
Please list the approximate AGE your child achieved these developmental motor milestones:
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fed self
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CURRENT SPEECH, LANGUAGE, & HEARING

Does your child understand what you are saying?
Does your child retrieve/point to common objects upon request?
Does your child follow simple directions?
Does your child respond correctly to yes/no questions?
Does your child respond correctly to who/what/where/when/why questions?
Does your child have difficulty producing speech sounds?
Does your child frequently stutter when trying to speak?
Does your child communicate with words more often than gestures or crying?
Does your child speak in 2-4 word sentences?
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Pediatric Communication Solutions, Inc. is committed to making our billing process as simple and easy as possible, We require that all patients keep a valid credit card on file with our office. Payment is due at the time of service.
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I consent to Pediatric Communication Solutions, Inc. (PCS) staff and its affiliates using any telephone numbers (including cell phone/wireless numbers), email addresses, and other electronic communications I provide to PCS for appointment, referral, treatment, billing, debt collection, and other purposes related to my/my child’s care. This includes phone calls, voice messages, text messages, emails, and other electronic communications. If I discontinue use of any phone number provided, I shall promptly notify PCS and will hold PCS and its affiliates harmless from any expenses or other loss arising from any failure to notify. I understand that standard text messages, unencrypted emails, and other electronic communications that I send and receive from PCS may flow through networks that are not secure and may be at risk of exposure of my health information (for example, the message could be intercepted and viewed by an unauthorized third party). In addition, once the text, email, or other electronic communication is received by me, someone may be able to access my phone, applications, digital devices, or email accounts and read the message. I understand that it is my responsibility to make sure that only authorized people are allowed to access my email, phone messages, cell phone, and digital devices. I understand these risks and give permission to PCS to communicate with me via wireless/cell phone, text message, unencrypted email, and other electronic communications. I authorize PCS to utilize the following communication methods with me.
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PATIENT LIABILITY FORM

This form is to inform you that certain speech-language pathology services may not be covered under your commercial insurance policy due to plan exclusions or benefit limitations. While we will make every effort to verify and bill your insurance appropriately, coverage is ultimately determined by your insurance provider.
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