What is TMS?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) has FDA clearance for treating depression, OCD, and smoking cessation with growing evidence supporting its effectiveness for numerous other mental health and neurological conditions. We offer customized protocols to target specific brain areas based on individual symptoms and needs.
What TMS Can Treat
TMS is FDA-cleared for a range of conditions, and ongoing research continues to expand what is possible.
FDA Cleared
These conditions have been through the full FDA clearance process and are part of Radial's standard treatment offering.
- Depression (Routinely covered by most insurance plans)
- OCD (Covered by some insurance plans)
- Anxious depression (Not routinely covered by insurance)
- Smoking cessation (Not routinely covered by insurance)
- Chronic pain (Not routinely covered by insurance)
Investigational Uses
The following conditions are not FDA cleared for TMS, but there is a growing body of clinical research supporting its use. These are considered off-label, investigational treatments, which means insurance coverage is generally not available.
- PTSD
- Postpartum depression
- Bipolar depression
- Schizophrenia
- Addiction
- Migraines
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke recovery
Results
TMS delivers measurable results for a wide range of conditions- especially when other treatments have disappointed.
86%
Sustained improvement or remission in depression after one year.
60–80%
Complete remission from depression following TMS.
58%
Response in OCD after completing TMS.
Validated for OCD
TMS is one of the most effective and cost-efficient OCD treatments available.
Safe in Bipolar Disorder
Helps reduce depressive symptoms with a lower risk of triggering mania.
Insurance & Cost
Most insurance plans cover traditional TMS, and some may also cover newer forms like accelerated TMS if certain criteria are met.
Whether you're covered depends on your diagnosis, your plan, and what treatments you've already tried. Coverage varies, but common requirements include:
- A diagnosis covered by your plan (most commonly depression or OCD)
- A history of trying other first-line treatments without adequate relief, such as 2–4 antidepressants during the current disease episode
- Evidence of psychotherapy, either completed or ongoing
- No history of seizures or certain neurological conditions
Some insurers now consider covering accelerated if traditional treatment was unsuccessful, but this depends on the specific plan and medical necessity.
Types of TMS
TMS can be delivered in different ways depending on your needs. Traditional TMS is the most common. Accelerated TMS condenses treatment for faster and often stronger results—especially in treatment-resistant depression.
- Accelerated TMSTraditional TMS
- FrequencyMultiple sessions per day (typically 5–10 per day)Typically 1–2 session per day
- Duration50 sessions over 5–10 days36 sessions over 4–6 weeks
- Session timeUnder 10 minutes per sessionUp to 45 minutes per session
- Use caseAimed at providing rapid symptom relief, also particularly effective in severe cases such as treatment-resistant depression and anxiety.Designed for a slower, gradual therapeutic effect and for individuals with less schedule flexibility.
- InsuranceMost insurances cover only a portion of accelerated TMS, so hybrid or self pay is the most common arrangement.Most insurances cover a full course of Traditional TMS.
SAINT® TMS
SAINT® is an advanced, accelerated program of delivering TMS. It uses brain scans (fMRI) to personalize the exact target in the brain in just 5 days. Insurance coverage is evolving, and we will work with your to understand your health plan’s coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Resources
Find clear, research-backed guides on TMS to learn how it works, what it treats, and how insurance may help cover it.
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