Mental Health Care Covered by AmeriHealth

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AmeriHealth Coverage at North Carolina Institute of Advanced NeuroHealth



At the North Carolina Institute of Advanced NeuroHealth, we help you understand your AmeriHealth benefits, confirm your coverage, and take the guesswork out of getting started. Our goal is simple: make it easier for you to get the care you need.


Care That Starts With Listening


No two people walk in with the same experience. Some are dealing with depression that won’t let up. Others are managing anxiety, ADHD, trauma, or emotional burnout that’s affecting daily life.


We take time to understand what you’re going through first. Then we build a care plan that fits your needs, your goals, and your life—not a standard template.


Many AmeriHealth plans include behavioral health benefits that may apply to services offered in our clinic.


Services That May Be Covered by AmeriHealth


Psychiatric Evaluation

We start by getting a clear understanding of your symptoms, history, and what you’ve already tried. This helps us guide you toward care that actually fits your situation.


Medication Management

If medication is part of your treatment, we stay involved throughout your care. We monitor how you’re doing, make adjustments when needed, and support you in finding what works best.


Telepsychiatry Visits

We know life can get busy. With secure virtual appointments, you can meet with your provider from home or another private space while still receiving consistent, personalized care.


TMS Therapy

If antidepressants haven’t provided enough relief, TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) may be an option. This non-invasive treatment uses gentle magnetic pulses to help activate areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. Some AmeriHealth plans may cover TMS when medical criteria are met.


SPRAVATO® Therapy

For adults with treatment-resistant depression, SPRAVATO® may offer another path forward. This FDA-approved treatment is provided in-office under close medical supervision, with ongoing support from our clinical team.


Understanding Your AmeriHealth Benefits


Insurance coverage can vary from plan to plan, so it’s important to verify your specific benefits before starting care.


Our team can help you understand:

  • What mental health services your plan includes
  • Any copays, deductibles, or coinsurance responsibilities
  • Whether prior authorization is needed
  • Coverage details for advanced treatments like TMS or SPRAVATO®


We work with insurance every day and are here to help make the process simple and clear.


Frequently Asked Questions


Do I need a referral?

Some AmeriHealth plans require a referral or authorization before starting care, while others do not. We can help you confirm what your plan requires.


Is TMS or SPRAVATO® covered?

Coverage depends on your specific policy and medical criteria. We’ll verify your benefits and explain your options before treatment begins.


What will I pay out of pocket?

Costs vary based on your plan’s deductibles, copays, and coinsurance. We’ll walk you through your benefits so you know what to expect.


Can you verify my insurance?

Yes. Our team can contact AmeriHealth directly to confirm your benefits and explain your coverage in clear, simple terms.


We’re Here When You’re Ready


Taking the first step toward mental health care matters, and you don’t have to do it alone.


At the North Carolina Institute of Advanced NeuroHealth, we believe care should feel supportive, clear, and accessible from day one. If you have AmeriHealth, we’re here to help you understand your benefits and connect you with the right care for your needs.


Reach out today to verify your coverage and schedule an appointment. We’re here to help you move forward when you’re ready.



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Ketamine Treatment AND Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation


These two treatments have risen to show their effectiveness over recent years, and literature is showing them to be among the most effective treatments for many psychiatric disorders.

Ketamine has shown itself to be particularly effective with treatment-resistant depression or TRD, post-traumatic-stress-disorder or PTSD, social anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Provided in a series of infusions, or oral or nasal spray, ketamine brings a dramatic difference the first infusion in some, but more often the change is experienced during and after the third, fourth, or fifth infusion.

TMS is a non-medication and non-invasive treatment that requires placement of a magnetic coil over the left dorsolateral prefontal cortex daily for about 20 minutes at a time. This continues daily for about 30-45 days. But you can begin to experience a real difference in 14 days. TMS can be effective in treatment resistant depression and other mood disorders.

MEET DR. RESHMI SARANGA

Leads the Ketamine Department


"I’m Dr. Reshmi Saranga, President and Owner of North Carolina Interventional Neurotherapy, and I can help you experience freedom from overwhelming emotions that make your life difficult to enjoy. My heart aches for what you go through, and I’ll show you the same compassionate and attention care I show my own family.

I’m board-certified in adult and geriatric psychiatry. After initial training in India, I completed a four year residency at University of Kansas Medical Center, then completed a fellowship in geriatric psychiatry at Duke University Medical Center.

I’ve served in the capacity of Chief Resident and on the Committee on Residency and Fellowship with the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology.

You need a psychiatrist who has the education, experiences, and expertise to provide the very best, up-to-date, and compassionate treatment. I chose this training path to provide the most insightful care possible for my patients. I also speak three languages to serve my patients more effectively: English, Hindi, and Telugu.

Empathetic and compassionate care are an integral part of our practice, and it’s extended not only to our family and friends but to our patients, most of all.

When I’m not seeing my patients, I’m usually at home with my husband and our children or playing tennis. I love listening to music while cooking the delicious Indian dishes my family loves. My husband, Dr. Vinay Saranga, and I savor family time, and promote the significance of family for anyone."

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When I’m not seeing my patients, I’m usually at home with my husband and our children or playing tennis. I love listening to music while cooking the delicious Indian dishes my family loves. My husband, Dr. Vinay Saranga, and I savor family time, and promote the significance of family for anyone."

Learn About Vinay Saranga, M.D., DFAACAP

Leads the TMS Department


Dr. Saranga studied basic sciences from 1998 to 2002 at the Medical Universities of Debrecen in Hungary, and Lublin, Poland. He then followed with Clinical Rotations at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.


In 2009, he completed his psychiatry residency at Wright State University at Boonshoft School of Medicine, in Dayton, Ohio.


Then, during the first six months of 2009, he served as visiting psychiatry resident in the PGY-IV program, which included a research elective in CAP clinics in Kansas City, KS. He followed this with a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, also in Kansas City. After completing this fellowship in 2011, he took a teaching position as Assistant Clinical Professor there for a year.


After 14 years of preparation, Dr. Saranga opened his private practice in 2012, and has served as Medical Director for Easter Seals since 2015.

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  • 1998-2002 Medical Universities of Debrecen
  • 2009 Psychiatry Residency at Wright State University
  • 2011 Asst. Clinical Professor; Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
  • 2012 Started His Own Private Practice
  • 2015-Present: Medical Director for Easter Seals

WHY OPEN THE NC INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED NEUROHEALTH?


As Dr. Saranga worked 10 years as a psychiatrist with his patients, he’s been distressed by the
percentage of them who did not respond to traditional antidepressants and anxiolytics. He
researched and scrutinized to find treatments that would bring relief to that segment of his
practice. His determination to find help for these patients eventually led to his opening:
North Carolina Institute of Advanced Neurohealth


We’re here to help you determine what you need to feel better and find relief from
your symptoms. Call us at
(800) 732-9822