TMS Therapy in Chicago, IL

A standard course is five sessions a week for four to six weeks — often 30 to 36 sessions — sometimes followed by a short taper. Each session takes roughly 20–40 minutes, or a few minutes with theta-burst protocols. Accelerated protocols such as SAINT compress treatment into about five days.

Does insurance cover TMS?

Medicare and most commercial insurers cover TMS for major depression when antidepressants haven't worked — typically after trials of at least two medications from different classes, often alongside psychotherapy. Prior authorization is usually required, and the clinic generally handles it.

How much does TMS cost without insurance?

Providers that publish self-pay prices charge a median of about $215 per session (most between $100 and $250) and about $6,600 for a full course (most between $6,000 and $9,250). Prices vary by region, device and protocol, and many clinics offer cash-pay packages or financing — ask for a full-course quote.