Is Dr Amen a real doctor?
Daniel G. Amen, MD, is a double board-certified psychiatrist, teacher, and nine-time New York Times best-selling author. Amen is the founder and medical director of Amen Clinics in Newport Beach and San Francisco, CA, Bellevue, WA, Reston, VA, Atlanta and New York City.
How much is a consultation with Dr Amen?
An initial consultation at one of Dr. Amen’s clinics costs $400. A SPECT examination, consisting of two scans, one at rest and one while concentrating, costs $3,950, which most medical insurance does not cover.
Do the Amen Clinics take insurance?
Amen Clinics, Inc. does not bill insurance. At the end of the evaluation, patients are given a “walk-out statement” containing applicable diagnosis and billing codes, which can then be submitted to insurance companies for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Are Spect scans legitimate?
For most people, SPECT scans are safe. If you receive an injection or infusion of radioactive tracer, you may experience: Bleeding, pain or swelling where the needle was inserted in your arm. Rarely, an allergic reaction to the radioactive tracer.
Who is Dr Daniel Amen and what does he do?
Daniel G. Amen, M.D., runs the Amen Clinics, writes books, gives lectures, maintains a Web site, and makes other media appearances.
When do patients get contacted by Amen Clinics?
All of our patients are contacted proactively at 6 and 12 weeks after they meet with our physicians to gain insight on their experience, how their specific treatment is going and they are asked what could make your time at Amen Clinics even more valuable.
Why are there fraud claims against the Amen clinic?
Fraud claims against Amen Clinics stem from accusations that their treatments are unsafe and not scientifically proven to establish adequate results. As explained on the clinic’s website, AmenClinic.com, the facility uses brain imaging and nonconventional methods to treat psychological disorders.
How much money does an Amen clinic make?
It’s a money game, just like western medicine. They have a “Care coordinator” AKA a smooth talking used car salesman that gives you a pitch on how you absolutely need their full protocol to the tune of just shy of $4000. Includes everything weather or not you need it or want it. All or nothing folks.
