EEG Price List in Philippines for Brain Test

A doctor may request for an EEG test to diagnose brain related problems. Epilepsy, brain tumor and sleep disorders may be diagnosed. See the price list of EEG in hospitals today.

Prices of EEG Test

The average price of EEG may range from Php 2,500 to Php 7,000 and above. There is a separate rate for adults and children or babies. Not all hospitals in the Philippines have EEG test for patients.

In most cases, EEG test for children is more expensive than for the adults. Moreover, the price may be higher for tests that involve sleep monitoring.

Basic EEG – Php 2500 to Php 3300

Video EEG – Php 5400 and above

Hospital Clinics with EEG

Most major hospitals offer EEG test. However, you may initially inquire about the availability and price rate from a facility near your area. Call the hospital to know more about the price.

Look: Accredited Hospitals of HMO

Quezon City

Capitol Medical Center

FEU NRMF

NKTI (National Kidney and Transplant Institute)

St. Luke’s Medical Center

Manila

Manila Doctors Hospital

Manilamed

PGH

Cebu

Cebu Doctors Hospital

Chonghua Hospital (Cebu)

Davao

Davao Doctors Hospital

Cavite

DLSU MC (De La Salle Medical Center)

Pampanga

Sacred Heart Medical Center (Angeles, Pampanga)

Government Hospitals

Contact a public hospital of your choice to inquire about their EEG prices.

PGH

Philippine Heart Center

Ospital ng Maynila

Ospital ng Makati

Cheap EEG Prices

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.

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.

Philhealth EEG Coverage

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

Free EEG

Is there a free EEG test? There may be some special programs from the government and NGOs. However, it is a good idea to initially look for the cheapest EEG in hospitals if free services are not yet available.

Types of EEG Test

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

What is EEG Test Benefit

EEG or electroencephalogram is a test to identify abnormalities in the brain’s activity. In most cases, the test can help 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 test may last from 45 minutes up to 2 hours depending on the request. Sleep EEG may be done longer.

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

Release of Results

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

Last Updated on April 26, 2024 by Medical Pinas