Recent News

24 Jan Blue Shield of California Announces TMS Coverage

Blue Shield has officially published TMS coverage guidelines, effective January 11, 2013.

Here is a link to download the coverage policy:

https://www.blueshieldca.com/provider/content_assets/documents/download/public/bscpolicy/TransCranial_MagStim.pdf

This is a major step for patients with Blue Shield who will benefit from this treatment. The base criteria for pre-authorization is outlined as the failure of four anti-depressant medications and psychotherapy. Other factors may qualify, so a consultation is necessary to determine if you are a candidate for TMS therapy.

In addition to Blue Shield, we continue to have positive results when submitting claims for our patients from other insurance companies, including Anthem Blue Cross, MHN, and others. We have a dedicated staff to handle the submissions, peer to-peer reviews and the appeals if required. We are happy to answer any questions you may have on insurance coverage.

17 Sep Southern California TMS Center opens in Orange County

Southern California TMS Center will be officially opening our Orange County office on October 1st, 2012.  For more information, please contact us at 866-322-7776.

22 Aug Efficacy of TMS for Depression Confirmed in New Study

Southern California TMS Center participated in a National clinical trial on the efficacy of TMS for Depression.  The study, published on June 11, 2012, validates TMS efficacy in treating depression for those who have failed to benefit from antidepressant medications.   We are  pleased to be able to share the full article with you here.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/07/120726180305.htm#.UBMSAE28xDc.facebook

15 Aug Blue Cross Announces TMS Coverage

SoCal TMS is pleased to announce that Anthem Blue Cross has just published coverage for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation as a treatment for Major Depression.  We have been working tirelessly with our TMS patients on their appeals for treatment, but this new medical policy means that patients can now receive pre-authorization without going through the lengthy appeals process.  Here is the link to the Anthem Medical Policy.    http://www.anthem.com/ca/medicalpolicies/policies/mp_pw_a047769.htm

06 Jul MHN Publishes TMS Coverage Guidelines

MHN (Healthnet) has officially published guidelines for coverage of TMS Therapy.  This is a major step towards universal coverage for this therapy.  We are excited that insurance companies are realizing the benefit of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for their members.

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24 Mar Dr. Todd Hutton

Dr. Todd Hutton will be interviewed on Los Angeles KTTV/Fox Channel 11 this Sunday (March 25th) at 5pm. Be sure to tune in to the broadcast. We will be available Sunday after the segment to answer questions. 866-322-7776.

15 Mar Dr. Oz show

In case you missed yesterday’s Dr. Oz show, here are two links to the program. As Dr. Oz said, this has been available for patients in the US since 2008 and still there are many that have not heard about it. Please contact us for further information on this cutting-edge, effective treatment. 866-322-7776

Click HERE to watch TMS on the Dr. Oz show.

08 Mar TMS Is Scheduled To Be Featured On The Dr. Oz show

Set your DVR! TMS is scheduled to be featured on The Dr. Oz show on Wednesday, March 14th. After an episode on ECT earlier this year, TMS is being discussed as an alternative treatment to depression. Although this episode has not yet been viewed, we look forward to answering any questions you may have as a result of the information provided on the show. We will provide a link to the episode once it airs. Scheduled air date: March 14th on ABC at 3pm PST.

We look forward to the discussion about this new, safe and effective treatment for Major Depression Disorder.

Wednesday, March 14th 2012 on ABC
3:00 pm (PST)

16 Feb Weekly Show Produced and Sponsored By AARP

Virtually every PBS station in America carries Inside E Street, a weekly show produced and sponsored by AARP. Their focus is on medical issues affecting seniors. This past weekend, February 11-12, the show’s final segment is a superb story on TMS, featuring Dr. Oscar Morales of McLean Hospital in Boston. The segment has already been posted by AARP:
Click on the link to view the video:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFh1Qgu10bE&feature=related