Is Ketamine for Depression Treatment Covered by Health Insurance?

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Is Ketamine for Depression Treatment
Covered by Health Insurance?
DrLeeds.com
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Many people wonder if health insurance covers
ketamine therapy for depression. The answer is
both yes and no.
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Health insurance generally covers FDA-approved
treatments, and ketamine is no exception.
However, Ketamine is FDA-approved only for use as
an anesthetic during medical procedures.
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Fortunately, doctors can still use ketamine to
treat conditions like depression, anxiety, and
chronic pain. This is known as off-label use.
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But, most insurance companies won't cover the
off-label use of ketamine. However, there is one
form that they will cover - esketamine.
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Esketamine is derived from ketamine and is
FDA-approved for treating depression. It goes by
the brand name Spravato. Spravato is given
through a nasal spray and used once a week.
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IV ketamine infusion, on the other hand, is
administered over several sessions and has
longer-lasting effects.
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If you are looking for ketamine therapy and your
insurance covers Spravato, it may be a good
option. However, it's better to consult with Dr.
Leeds for more information about ketamine for
depression in Fort Lauderdale. Click to know
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