Medicare does not cover TMS for addiction. Coverage is restricted to depression, but many patients with substance use issues also experience major depressive episodes and may qualify under that diagnosis.
Magellan limits TMS coverage to depression. Patients with addiction may qualify if they have a co-occurring depressive disorder.
Aetna does not authorize TMS treatment for addiction alone. Insurance may approve services if depression is present and meets medical necessity criteria.
Cigna does not cover TMS specifically for addiction. However, patients with a qualifying depression diagnosis may receive coverage.
