MDD is a clinical diagnosis involving persistent sadness, lack of interest, fatigue, and more. Insurance often requires a PHQ-9 score of 20+ to qualify for TMS. Screening is available at Brain Wellness Center.
No. TMS is only covered for MDD. Autism-related TMS must be self-paid.
Generally no. Some plans allow coverage for individuals 15+, but most require patients to be 18+.
Unfortunately, most County Health Plans do not cover autism treatments such as TMS, Neurofeedback, qEEG Brain Mapping, tDCS, or Auditory Training. These plans may cover treatment of major depression in adults who have tried antidepressants without a successful outcome or could not tolerate them due to side effects. County Health Plans provide coverage for TMS [...]
