Compassionate Pathways Psychology Services, LLC

Compassionate Pathways Psychology Services, LLC

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Meet Dr. Hartman
Insurance & No Surprises Act
Contact  Information
Office Locations

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​Meet Dr. Hartman:

​ Lynne Hartman, Psy. D. (pronouns she, her, hers) is a Clinical Psychologist  specializing in the  assessment of  neurodevelopmental disorders  in school age children, adolescents,  and young adults pursing higher education at colleges and universities.  She also has experience in the assessment and treatment of emotional difficulties arising from  trauma experiences  and  multiple separations from key attachment figures.     Dr. Hartman's  approach to assessment is  informed by her understanding of the ways in which atypical development and early negative experiences interact to  impact functioning at later stages.   

Neurodevelopmental disabilities can interfere with gaining foundational skills for education as well as for rewarding  relationships.  Likewise, a history of trauma or neglect can  lead to developmental delays with  similar presentations.    It can be difficult to accurately identify  how each of these  factors contribute to problems with learning and behavior based on subjective information, especially when multiple factors occur together.   Psychological assessment supports treatment by identifying  underlying issues based on  an individual's strengths and weaknesses.  When these issues are addressed with compassion and a clear understanding of how they impact self-regulation and learning,  pathways for  growth and healing can be identified.    

Dr. Hartman attended Antioch University Seattle, where  she studied neuropsychology and the neurobiology of attachment and  trained  in  assessment with  a board certified neuropsychologist .    Dr. Hartman   received additional training in the assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental disabilities through the University of Washington's Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities interdisciplinary program.     Her  clinical work has also included the assessment and treatment of trauma and neglect in foster and adoption populations.  

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Education:

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Seattle with emphasis in Child and Family Systems.   
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology  from Saint Martin's University.
​University of Washington Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (UW LEND).

Attachment-Focused Therapy Certificate Program.
Adult Attachment Interview Training Institute (Reliability Certification). 

Memberships:

American Psychological Association
Pacific Northwest Neuropsychological Society


​Insurance  & No Surprises Act:   

Insurance companies may cover neuropsychological assessment to diagnose neurodevelopmental disorders, such as learning disabilities or ADHD.  They also generally cover these services when related to a medical condition or to support treatment planning for a mental health diagnosis.   These assessments generally address functioning across multiple environments, including  both home and school.   Pre-authorizations are recommended and often required for coverage. I am currently contracted with Regence and Premera.  I am also happy to help with submission of your claim for out-of-network services; however, you will be responsible for any remaining balance. If you adopted your child through a state agency, therapy and/or  neuropsychological assessment may be covered as part of your agreement.  

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On January 1, 2022, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid put into effect  The No Surprises Act, which  requires providers to give a Good Faith Estimate  of the total cost of nonemergency services.  While I have always provided my best estimate of out-of-pocket costs for the families I serve, I am now required to present a notice of your rights.  If I am not contracted by your insurance carrier, I will send a copy of this notice to you before we schedule your assessment. You may also ask for a printed copy of this notice to be sent by mail. The following notice has been  supplied by the Washington State Insurance Commissioner to meet Washington as well as Federal requirements:


Your Rights and Protections Against
Surprise Medical Bills and Balance Billing
In Washington State

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When you get emergency care or get treated by an out-of-network provider at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, you are protected from surprise billing or balance billing.

What is “balance billing” (sometimes called “surprise billing”)?
  • When you see a doctor or other health care provider, you may owe certain out-of-pocket costs, such as   a copayment, coinsurance, and/or a deductible. You may have other costs or have to pay the entire bill   if you see a provider or visit a health care facility that isn’t in your health plan’s network.
  • “Out-of-network” describes providers and facilities that haven’t signed a contract with your health plan.   Out-of-network providers may be permitted to bill you for the difference between what your plan agreed to pay, and the full amount charged for a service. This is called “balance billing.” This amount is   likely more than in-network costs for the same service and might not count toward your annual out-of-pocket   limit.
  • “Surprise billing” is an unexpected balance bill. This can happen when you can’t control who is involved   in your care—like when you have an emergency or when you schedule a visit at an in-network facility   but are unexpectedly treated by an out-of-network provider.
  • Insurers are required to tell you, via their websites or on request, which providers, hospitals, and   facilities are in their networks. Hospitals, surgical facilities, and providers must tell you which provider   networks they participate in on their website or on request.

 You are protected from balance billing for: 

Emergency Services

If you have an emergency medical condition, mental health or substance use disorder condition and
get emergency services from an out-of-network provider or facility, the most the provider or facility
may bill you is your plan’s in-network cost-sharing amount (such as copayments and coinsurance). You
can’t be balance billed for these emergency services. This includes care you receive in a hospital and in
facilities that provide crisis services to people experiencing a mental health or substance use disorder
emergency. You can’t be balance billed for these emergency services, including services you may get
after you’re in stable condition.

Certain services at an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center

When you get services from an in-network hospital or ambulatory surgical center, certain providers
there may be out-of-network. In these cases, the most these providers may bill you is your plan’s in-network
cost-sharing amount.

You also aren’t required to get care out-of-network. You can choose a provider or facility in your plan’s network.

When can you be asked to waive your protections from balance billing:

Health care providers, including hospitals and air ambulance providers, can never require you to give
up your protections from balance billing. If you have coverage through a self-funded group health plan, in some limited situations, a provider can ask you to consent to waive your balance billing protections, but you are never required to give your consent. Please contact your employer or health plan for more information.

When balance billing isn’t allowed, you also have the following protections:


  • You are only responsible for paying your share of the cost (like the copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles that you would pay if the provider or facility was in-network). Your health plan will pay out-of-network providers and facilities directly.
  •  Your health plan generally must:
    •    Cover emergency services without requiring you to get approval for services in advance (prior authorization).
    • Cover emergency services by out-of-network providers.
    • Base what you owe the provider or facility (cost-sharing) on what it would pay an in network provider or facility and show that amount in your explanation of benefits.
    •  Count any amount you pay for emergency services or out-of-network services toward your deductible and out-of-pocket limit.

If you believe you’ve been wrongly billed, you may file a complaint with the federal government at   https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers    or by calling 1-800-985-3059; and/or file a complaint with the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner at their website or by calling 1-800-562-6900.

Visit   https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises    for more information about your rights under federal law.

Visit the   Office of the Insurance Commissioner Balance Billing Protection Act website    for more
information about your rights under Washington state law.


While the state may not entirely cover the cost of services, Adoption Support may cover a substantial portion for children who joined the family through domestic adoption.  However, the state requires that you use any insurance benefit available before using state funds.  In the past, Adoption Support has been available to assist with the deductible in  high deductible plans.  A pre-authorization is required.   Please advise me if you are planning to utilize this coverage before the initial appointment.​

​Purely educational assessments are provided without charge at public schools.  These assessments generally  pertain  only to the school environment.    Parents may wish to have children evaluated outside the school system for a variety of reasons.  The wait list at the school may be long, or they may want an independent assessment.  Although I am happy to provide  assessments purely for educational purposes, most insurance companies do not cover these services.      


Contact Information:
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Lynne Hartman, Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist

Phone:        253-204-2700
​Fax:                    253-874-0459

 Mailing Address:
​PO Box 23633
Federal Way, WA    98093
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Office Locations: 
​  Compassionate Pathways Psychology Services, LLC is an independent practice and services are offered by appointment only.  Telehealth is available for the initial  interview and feedback sessions if your insurance plan covers it. Almost all testing is conducted in person. ADA accessible parking and restrooms are available at both locations.  

​Federal Way  Location (Olympic Building):​
720   South  333rd Street, Suite 212
Federal Way, WA   98003

Olympia Location :
1021 Legion Way SE
​Olympia, WA 98501-1522


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My Federal Way office is located in West Campus, just west of the Community Center.
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My Olympia office is located at 1021 Legion Way SE. Parking is available off the alley.
Last Updated 8/29/2016
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