Insurance
TRICARE Coverage for Depression Treatment
Accessible, non-invasive treatment for depression.
At Brain Treatment Center of Fayetteville, we’re proud to offer MeRT therapy with TRICARE coverage, helping make non-invasive, drug-free treatment accessible to those who serve. If you or someone in your family struggles with treatment-resistant depression, MeRT offers a new path to lasting relief.
Eligibility for TRICARE-Covered MeRT Therapy
- Diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder
- Failed to respond to previous treatments
- No absolute contraindications (see details below)
How To Access Care
We want to make sure nothing stands between you and the care you need. Brain Treatment Center Fayetteville offers several ways to access MeRT therapy:
Insurance: Many major insurance providers cover our treatments. Visit our Insurance page or call us at (910) 500-3198 and we’ll verify your benefits before your first appointment.
Cash Pay: Self-pay options are available for all services. Contact us for current rates.
Payment Plans: Flexible payment plans are available to help make treatment accessible. Ask our team for details.
Veterans & First Responders — State-Funded Option: If you are a veteran, first responder, or law enforcement officer in Ohio or Florida, you may qualify for no-cost brain treatment through the eTMS program. Visit etmsohio.com or etmsflorida.com to learn more and apply.
Why TRICARE-Covered MeRT Therapy is a Game-Changer
Depression affects approximately 24% of active-duty military and 20% of veterans—rates significantly higher than the general population. The effects of trauma, both physical and emotional, can take a severe toll. While many traditional treatments focus on managing symptoms, MeRT therapy provides a targeted approach to addressing the root causes of depression, offering hope even when other treatments have failed.
With TRICARE coverage, MeRT is more accessible than ever. TRICARE’s inclusion of this advanced therapy ensures that military families have options beyond medication, offering lasting relief without the side effects often associated with pharmaceuticals.
Absolute and Relative Contraindications
Important considerations for safe treatment
While MeRT therapy is safe and effective, certain medical conditions may prevent some individuals from receiving this treatment. Absolute contraindications disqualify patients from MeRT, while relative contraindications may require closer evaluation.
Absolute Contraindications:
Pacemaker, Defibrillator, Deep Brain Stimulator, Cranial metal fragments, and others.
Relative Contraindications
History of Seizure, Titanium shunts/stents, Magnetic ink tattoos, and Bipolar Disorder Type I/II.
Doctor’s Discretion
Some relative contraindications may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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