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    When depression hasn't lifted, there's still a way forward.

    SAINT® is an FDA-cleared, five-day treatment for adults whose depression hasn't improved with antidepressants. Through your BCBSIL plan, it may be available to you and the family members on your plan.

    5 days, not 6–9 weeks
    fMRI-guided, personalized
    We handle the insurance

    In a controlled clinical trial, 79% of participants reached remission.¹ Individual results vary.
    ¹ Cole EJ, et al. American Journal of Psychiatry, 2022.

    79%

    of participants reached remission in a controlled clinical trial¹

    2.6 days

    on average to remission¹

    5 days

    of treatment, compared with 6 to 9 weeks for standard TMS

    ¹ Cole EJ, et al. American Journal of Psychiatry, 2022. Adults with treatment-resistant depression. Individual results vary. Compare treatments

    You've done everything you were supposed to do.

    You took the medication. You went to therapy. You kept showing up for work and for your family. When depression still won't lift, it's easy to feel like you've run out of options.

    You haven't. SAINT was built for exactly this moment, and it takes one week, not months.

    Candidate Eligibility

    Could SAINT be right for you?

    Five quick questions. Your answers stay on this page until you choose to send them.

    Interactive Assessment

    Five quick questions to see if SAINT® may be right for you.

    Your answers stay on this page until you choose to send them.

    This quiz is for information only and isn't a diagnosis. A clinician confirms eligibility during your consultation. Learn about candidate criteria.

    What SAINT is

    Mapping your brain, and your way forward

    SAINT (Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy) is a personalized form of TMS developed at Stanford. Instead of aiming at a standard spot for everyone, it uses an MRI of your brain to find your own target, then treats it with gentle magnetic pulses. Read our full SAINT® TMS overview.

    45-minute brain scan for SAINT personalized mapping
    Step 1

    A 45-minute brain scan.

    A painless MRI creates a map of your brain's connections. We coordinate the scan for you.

    Personalized brain target identified by SAINT software
    Step 2

    Your individual target.

    SAINT's software finds the precise spot in your brain linked to depression, so treatment is aimed at you.

    Private outpatient treatment suite for five-day SAINT protocol
    Step 3

    Five days of treatment.

    Ten 10-minute sessions a day with 50-minute breaks, Monday through Friday. You're awake, can read or work between sessions, and can drive yourself.

    Your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois plan

    We'll do the insurance legwork for you

    SAINT may be covered under your BCBSIL plan, for you and for eligible family members on your plan. Every plan is different, so we check yours before anything is scheduled.

    1

    Tell us about your plan.

    Share a few details and a copy of your member card.

    2

    We verify benefits and request approval.

    Our team handles the benefits check, prior authorization, and documentation.

    3

    You know your cost first.

    You'll see what you'd pay before you commit to anything.

    Coverage varies by plan and isn't guaranteed. Insurance approval takes longer than self-pay, which is also available. For benefits teams: SAINT is billed with CPT codes 0889T–0892T. Learn more about cost and insurance details.

    Location & Travel

    Where treatment happens.

    Your consultation is over Zoom. Your scan is coordinated for you, and your treatment week takes place at our clinic in Coral Springs, Florida. Our travel coordinator helps you plan it.

    View travel planning and accommodations guide →
    Patient Experiences

    In their own words

    “After years of medications that didn't work, SAINT gave me my life back in one week. I felt a shift by day three.”
    — Tami M., SAINT patient
    “I was skeptical that five days could do what six weeks of TMS didn't. The fMRI targeting made it different, and I noticed the difference fast.”
    — Jeannie R., SAINT patient
    “Traveling from out of state felt like a lot, but the team coordinated everything. Five days later I felt like myself again.”
    — David T., SAINT patient

    Fine print: Individual results vary. Patient stories reflect personal experiences and are not a guarantee of outcome.

    Complimentary Consultation

    Take the first step. We'll handle the rest.

    Request a free consultation and BCBSIL benefits check. A care coordinator will reach out within one business day.

    Warm, judgment-free conversation
    We check your plan's benefits for you
    Evening and Saturday appointments available

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    Key Takeaways

    Summary for BCBS of Illinois members

    • SAINT® is an FDA-cleared, MRI-guided TMS treatment for adults 22+ whose depression hasn't improved with antidepressants.
    • Treatment takes five days, compared with 6 to 9 weeks for standard TMS.
    • In a controlled clinical trial, 79% of participants reached remission. Individual results vary.
    • SAINT may be available through your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois plan, for you and eligible family members.
    • We verify your benefits and handle prior authorization, and you know your cost before you commit.

    Clinical Review Information

    Written by:
    Neuro Wellness TMS Centers of America
    Medically reviewed by:
    Daniel Pietras, MD, Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Medical Director
    Published:
    November 3, 2026
    Last reviewed:
    November 3, 2026

    Sources & Scientific References

    1. Cole EJ, et al. Stanford Neuromodulation Therapy (SNT): A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial. Am J Psychiatry. 2022;179(2):132–141. PubMed
    2. Cole EJ, et al. Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy for Treatment-Resistant Depression. Am J Psychiatry. 2020;177:716–726. PubMed
    3. FDA 510(k) clearance K220177, SAINT Neuromodulation System. FDA.gov
    4. Magnus Medical clinical research. magnusmedical.com
    5. Stanford Brain Stimulation Lab. med.stanford.edu
    Answers & Clarity

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois members

    Does SAINT hurt?+
    Most people describe a tapping feeling on the scalp. The most common side effects in clinical trials were mild headache and temporary scalp discomfort. You stay awake the whole time, with no anesthesia.
    Is SAINT safe?+
    SAINT is FDA-cleared and noninvasive. More than 400 patients have been treated in clinical trials with no serious adverse events reported. Rare risks include seizure, and your clinician will review every risk with you.
    Will my BCBSIL plan cover it?+
    It depends on your specific plan, and it requires prior authorization. We verify your benefits and handle the paperwork, and you'll know your cost before you commit. Coverage isn't guaranteed, and self-pay is available.
    Can family members on my plan be treated?+
    Adults 22 and older on your plan whose depression hasn't improved with medication may be eligible. Each person gets their own free consultation.
    Do I need to get my own MRI?+
    No. We order and coordinate your 45-minute brain scan for you.
    Where does treatment happen?+
    At our clinic in Coral Springs, Florida. Your consultation happens over Zoom, and our travel coordinator helps you plan your treatment week.
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