EEG Price List For Brain Test

A doctor may request for an Electroencephalogram to diagnose brain related problems. Epilepsy, brain tumor and sleep disorders may be diagnosed. See the prices in hospitals near you.

Price

The cost of EEG in the Philippines may range from Php 2,500 to Php 5,500 and above. There is a separate rate for adults and children and even babies. Not all hospitals in the Philippines have the facility for brain diagnostic tests. We have found the following average prices of various EEG types:

• Basic (awake/sleep) – Php 2,500 to Php 3,300
• Video Equipped – Php 5,500 and above
• Neonatal – Php 1,950

EEG Price in Hospitals

See: Discounted Promo of EEG

In most cases, the exam for children is more expensive than for adults. Moreover, the rates may be higher for the version that involves sleep monitoring. Each institution has a specific rate.

Government Hospitals

A cheap EEG price in public hospitals has a starting price of ₱1,300. For starters, you may inquire from PGH, Ospital ng Maynila or East Avenue Medical Center. Usually, they also have special rates for paying patients.

If you have a senior citizen ID, you may be able to avail discount rates up to 20%. Simply provide your documents to the cashier to get a lower price as your benefit. A cheaper rate is also possible with PWD cards.

Health Cards

In general, the medical exam is not covered by health cards. On the other hand, HMO cards may also be applicable for consultation and other related services. Ask you health card provider whether they can cover the test based on your account standing. Some HMO plans will include the diagnostic procedure if recommended by an accredited doctor.

Look: Accredited Hospitals of HMO

Does Philhealth cover EEG test? Philhealth may be used for brain related surgeries and treatments. You may see the list of Philhealth coverage related to epilepsy diagnosis.

One may categorize the types based on the included examinations. For example there is a Regular “awake” and a “Sleep” version. Both can monitor brain activities according to the request of the doctor for symptom identification.

What is the Benefit

Electroencephalogram is a test to identify abnormalities in the brain’s activity. In most cases, it helps with the diagnosis related to stroke, epilepsy, encephalitis, brain damage, dysfunction and sleep disorders. The doctor can then prescribe succeeding treatment options if there are brain problems.

How to Prepare

The staff may request you to wash your hair before the procedure. However, you may be asked to refrain from using other hair products such as conditioner, gel or hair spray. It may also be noted that you avoid consuming caffeinated drinks 8 to 12 hours before the procedure. The complete list of instructions will come from your doctor.

What to Expect

At least 16 metal plate electrodes will be attached to your head and scalp. These instruments will be used to monitor brain activity during the test. You will be asked to stay still for several minutes to avoid any sudden changes in brain signal.

The procedure may last from 45 minutes up to 2 hours depending on the request. The test with Sleep features may be done longer.

Some procedures may be applied to you such as opening your eyes and looking at blinking lights. It is virtually painless for most patients with some reporting uncomfortable positions.

Some hospitals will be able to provide you the results the same day as the procedure. Others may need up to 24 hours before the results can be provided.

References: HopkinsMedicine, Mayoclinic, NHS UK