- On September 1, 2010 the World Economic Forum named Neuronetics as one of their Technology Pioneers of 2011. The pioneers were start-up companies chosen from around the world as companies that will have a critical impact on the future of
business, industry, and society. 2011 Technology Pioneer.
- In related news... the September
20th issue of Time Magazine published a feature section recognizing some of the World Economic Forum Technology Pioneers for 2011. It includes Neuronetics as one of the “10 Start-Ups That Will Change Your Life”.
- The American Museum of Natural History in New York City has a new exhibition, “Brain: The Inside Story”. TMS Therapy showing the NeuroStar System is one of three exhibits in the 21st Century Brain section. The exhibit gives you an in-depth look into how the brain produces thoughts, senses, and feelings. The exhibit will run from November 20, 2010 to August 14, 2011 in New York City and then move to Japan. Be sure to visit the “Brain: Inside Story” during your next trip to New York City or visit www.amnh.com to understand more about this exhibit.
The Pulse 185 Volume I, Winter 2010
INTRODUCING THE NEUROSTAR TMS YOU TUBE CHANNEL!
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FREE SEMINAR:
New Treatments for Depression
Date: Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011
Time: 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sibley Medical Building, Conference Room 1
Speaker: Venera R. Miller, M.D.
NeuroStar TMS Therapy is for treatment of major depression in adults who didnot benefit from antidepressant medication. Approved by the FDA, TMS Therapyis a non-invasive outpatient procedure that stimulates nerve cells in an area ofthe brain thought to regulate mood. Register for our seminar today to learnmore about TMS Therapy performed at Sibley Hospital.
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New therapies like NeuroStar TMS Therapy often are not included in health insurance plans when they first become available to patients. It usually takes time for health insurance plans to establish coverage policies for newly approved technologies such as NeuroStar TMS Therapy. The objective for NeuroStar Care Connection program staff is to assist you in obtaining coverage and reimbursement if you qualify for this program. In the mean time, out-of-pocket payment for NeuroStar TMS Therapy may be required. Neuronetics, developer of the NeuroStar TMS Therapy system, will lead the effort to secure health insurance coverage. TMS Therapy may be covered by your health insurance provider on a case-by-case basis.
1.) Cash or check
2.) Credit or Debit card(s)
3.) Family, friends or other support
4.) Flex Plans &/or Health Savings Accounts from your employer
5.) Clark Behavioral Health
patient financing plans are available **
NeuroStar TMS Therapy can be paid from your healthcare flexible spending account. You can also work with Clark Behavioral Health Financing to develop a financing plan, if needed.
6.) MyMedicalLoan.com
patient financing plans are available **
Is created to provide consumers with easy and affordable options to pay for medical expenses through your doctor’s office. Whether you need a medical loan for cosmetic surgery, vision correction or other medical procedures, MyMedicalLoan.com can help you obtain financing through your doctor’s office for your needs, even if you have less than perfect credit. Ready to Apply? Click the button below to get started.
You can work with your doctor and the NeuroStar Care Connection (NCC) program to seek coverage for your TMS Therapy. In the mean time, out-of-pocket payment for NeuroStar TMS Therapy may be required. 8.) Personal loan through your bank
**Assistance with your application is available through our office.
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Requirements
- Medicare TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) patients are required to sign an ABN (Advanced Beneficiary Notice) form prior to receiving TMS services.
- There is a 48 hour notice required to cancel TMS Evaluation. A cancellation with less than 48 hours notice will be charged the late cancellation fee which is equivalent to the missed TMS evaluation fee. The $250.00 missed/late cancelled TMS evaluation fee will be placed on your credit card account automatically.
- Payment for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Treatment with Motor Threshold location determination (5 TMS sessions and 1 Motor Threshold location determination weekly) will be collected 1 week in advance and non-refundable for any cancellations or missed sessions. Lack of payment 1 week prior to treatment may result in termination from TMS program.
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For more information about NeuroStar TMS Therapy®, please come to Our Psychosomatic Center where we will provide you with reading materials and will show you a detailed educational DVD about TMS treatment for depression.
If you live in Washington DC or in the Chevy Chase Area please contact Mr. Michael Goodman (Director Behavioral Health and TMS Coordinator, Sibley Memorial Hospital) for more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Miller to be evaluated for the appropriateness of this treatment in your case at the Chevy Chase office location. TMS treatment will be administered at Sibley Memorial Hospital by Dr. Miller and/or under her supervision.
If you live in Southern Maryland (Calvert, St. Mary's, Charles, Prince George and Anne Arundel Counties) please contact Mrs. Candy Parsley (General Office Manager, ECT & TMS Coordinator) for more information and to schedule an appointment with Dr. Miller to be evaluated for the appropriateness of this treatment in your case at the Prince Frederick Area. TMS treatment will be administered in Prince Frederick office by Dr. Miller and/or under her supervision. _____________________________________________________________________________
NeuroStar® and NeuroStar TMS Therapy® are registered trademarks of Neuronetics, Inc.
