Mason Anglin, PsyDwith Pre-surgical evaluations
Pre-surgical psychological evaluations
Supportive, individualized evaluations for patients preparing for procedures that require or recommend psychological clearance, with a written report for your referring provider.
- Bariatric & metabolic surgery
- Spinal cord stimulator & pain procedures
- Report sent to your surgical team
About the evaluation
Focused on readiness, not on ruling you out
Many surgical and pain-management programs require or recommend a psychological evaluation before a procedure. The evaluation looks at psychological readiness, coping, expectations, support, and treatment adherence.
Identifying a concern does not automatically prevent surgery. Recommendations may include education, treatment, behavioral preparation, or added support to support readiness.
Who provides evaluations: Psychological testing is provided by Mason Anglin, PsyD, a Registered Psychological Associate (PSB94029529), under the supervision of Youssef Nakhla, PsyD, a licensed psychologist (PSY 36042), at Cogniscribe Psychology.
Is this for you?
Procedures evaluated for
- Bariatric and metabolic surgery
- Spinal cord stimulator (SCS) trials and implants
- Peripheral nerve stimulation and other pain-management procedures
- Other medical procedures that request psychological clearance
What’s included
How it works
Clinical interview
Your history, expectations, coping, support system, and understanding of the procedure.
Questionnaires & records
Standardized measures and review of medical or referral records, guided by your program’s requirements.
Report to your team
With appropriate authorization, a written report is sent to your referring provider or surgical program.
Every evaluation includes a written report and a feedback session. Please have your referral or surgical program’s requirements handy when you complete the screening form.
How it works
What to expect from an assessment
Initial discussion of concerns and goals
We begin with a thoughtful conversation to understand the challenges, history, and goals you (or your child) are facing, so the evaluation fits your needs.
The evaluation
Clinical interviews, standardized testing, and careful observation, paced thoughtfully so you are comfortable and the results are accurate.
Feedback session & written report
Every evaluation includes a feedback session, where results are reviewed in clear, straightforward language, and a written report with practical recommendations for next steps.
Insurance
Insurance for this evaluation
Cogniscribe Psychology works with several major insurance plans, and we typically check how your plan applies before you start. Coverage for testing and therapy varies by plan, diagnosis, and medical necessity, so we verify your benefits and any authorization before you start.
Don’t see your plan? Behavioral health benefits are sometimes managed by a different network than the one on your card. Send us your plan in the screening form and we’ll check. Private pay is also available. See all plans →
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is a psychological evaluation required before bariatric surgery?
Many programs require one. Requirements vary, so confirm with your surgical program.
Is psychological testing required before spinal cord stimulator placement?
Many pain programs and insurers require or recommend an evaluation before a trial or implantation.
Does depression or anxiety automatically disqualify me?
No. The evaluation considers severity, stability, treatment, coping, and potential impact on outcomes.
Can a pre-surgical evaluation be completed remotely?
Often, but this depends on referral requirements, clinical circumstances, and the measures needed.
Who receives the report?
With appropriate authorization, the report is sent to the referring provider or surgical program.
Who provides the evaluation?
Psychological testing is provided by Mason Anglin, PsyD, a Registered Psychological Associate (PSB94029529), under the supervision of Youssef Nakhla, PsyD, a licensed psychologist (PSY 36042), at Cogniscribe Psychology.
Testing & assessment
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Tell us what is going on. We’ll help you figure out whether therapy, testing, or both fit, and check your insurance.
Start screening form →Next step
Ready for your pre-surgical evaluation?
Share your procedure and referral requirements in the screening form so we can confirm the right next step.
Takes a few minutes. We review it and reach out about next steps and your insurance.