Insurance Criteria

Treatment-Refractory Major Depressive Disorder

Insurance we accept:
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • Medicare
  • BCBS of TN
  • VA Community Care for Veterans*

*(Need an authorization from the VAS)

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Who Can Take the Test?

BrainView testing is appropriate for anyone who wants a “baseline” of his or her brain function and performance.  Brainview can help with the assessment of memory loss, cognitive impairment, insomnia, depression, anxiety, attentional disorders, and head concussion.

The results of the study will help guide your physician in creating a personalized care plan in conjunction with an in-office examination, a review of your medical history, and a workup of your symptoms. Brainview testing may also be used to track your brain’s response to treatment or its performance over time.

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What to Expect

STEP 1
Booking Your Appointment

Our office will verify your benefits with your insurance provider to confirm your policy benefits, deductible, and out-of-pocket expenses.

STEP 2
Assessment Day

We ask that you refrain from taking any stimulants the day before the exam. All other prescription drugs can be taken as directed on a regular basis.

Additionally, we ask that you wear relaxed clothing and have clean hair. To and from your appointment, you may drive. Please be aware that, as part of the setup, we utilize a water-soluble gel that may be easily removed from your scalp and hair.

A technician will accompany you back to one of our testing rooms after you arrive and check in at the front desk so that setup and instructions can start. Your head will be covered with a fitting cap, and the scalp will be covered in a thin layer of saline solution. Following that, the technician will attach a pulse oximeter and three EKG wires. You will be sitting in front of a computer screen and be given step-by-step instructions by the technician.
STEP 3
Review of Results
As you work through various computer tasks, the evaluation will monitor your brain activity for roughly 30 minutes.

Your technician will remove the cap once these are finished and give you a tool to help you wash the gel out of your hair.

After that, the technician will direct you to the front desk so you can make an appointment to review the test results with your provider.  A copy of your study results will be provided to you after your follow-up consultation.
Questions & answers

BrainView Cognitive Testing: Frequently Asked Questions

What is BrainView cognitive testing?

BrainView is an assessment that measures how your brain is functioning in real time. It combines an EEG recording of your brain's electrical activity with heart rate monitoring, pulse oximetry, evoked potentials that measure how quickly you process what you see and hear, and a self-reported symptom survey. Together these produce an objective picture of brain function rather than an impression based on how you have been feeling.

What does the test measure?

Memory and cognitive performance, processing speed, and patterns associated with stress-related conditions. It is used to establish a baseline of brain function, to help guide a treatment plan alongside a physical exam and medical history, and to track whether treatment is working over time.

How long does it take?

Your brain activity is monitored for roughly 30 minutes while you complete tasks on a computer screen. Allow additional time for setup and removal of the equipment at your appointment.

Does it hurt, and is anything being done to my brain?

No. BrainView only records; nothing is stimulated, injected, or inserted, and there is no radiation. A fitted cap with a thin layer of saline solution picks up your brain's natural electrical signals, three wires record your heart activity, and a sensor on your finger measures oxygen levels. The whole thing is painless.

How should I prepare for my appointment?

Avoid stimulants the day before your test. Continue your other prescriptions as directed rather than stopping anything on your own. Wear relaxed clothing and come with clean, dry hair and no product in it, which helps the sensors read accurately.

Can I drive myself home afterward?

Yes. Nothing about the test affects your ability to drive. The gel used is water-soluble, and the technician provides what you need to wash it out before you leave.

When do I get my results?

You schedule a results review before you leave, and you receive a copy of your results after that follow-up consultation. The review is where the findings are explained and connected to what they mean for your care.

Is the test covered by insurance?

Our office verifies your insurance benefits when you book, including your policy coverage, deductible, and expected out-of-pocket cost, so you know what to expect before you come in.

Who should consider cognitive testing?

Anyone who wants an objective baseline of their brain performance. It is commonly used for memory loss, cognitive impairment, insomnia, depression, anxiety, attention difficulties, and after a head concussion. It is also useful before starting treatment, so there is something concrete to measure progress against.

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Our neurocognitive evaluation is a powerful, efficient tool for assessing cognitive performance. Conveniently located in East Memphis, we are easy to find and access. Contact us today to take your first step toward better brain and mental health.

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