This is a very painful disabling and recurrent headache, often described as a throbbing pain on one side of the head.
The cost information on this website is estimated and is based on roughly 67.6 million claims from a set of insurers and their reported negotiated rates with providers. These estimates are trended to and considered valid through July 1, 2019 based upon claims paid between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2017.
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This procedure includes the following steps and procedures. Costs are broken out by step.
A visit with a primary care physician to evaluate your headaches and determine the best course of treatment.
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Before you see your health care provider, learn more about this procedure, treatment or test. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary. This information is provided to help you understand what may happen during your visit or treatment.
Your doctor can diagnose migraine headache by asking about your symptoms and family history of migraines. A complete physical exam will be done to determine if your headaches are due to muscle tension, sinus problems, or a brain disorder.
There is no specific test to prove that your headache is actually a migraine. Your doctor may order a brain CT or MRI scan if you have never had one before. The test may also be ordered if you have unusual symptoms with your migraine, including weakness, memory problems, or loss of alertness. An EEG may be needed to rule out seizures. A lumbar puncture (spinal tap) might be done.
Sometimes there are things you can do that may positively affect your outcome. Here are some examples. Be sure to follow any instructions given to you by your provider.
To get the best quality of care, be informed! Don’t be afraid to ask for a clearer explanation or to ask questions. Consider these topics when talking with your provider.
Here are some other procedures and tests that may relate to your condition, or could serve as alternative options to explore with your provider. Remember that individual treatment plans and patient experiences may vary.
A special x-ray that can create detailed images of your head and brain.
This is a recording of the electrical activity of the brain, often done to evaluate seizures. It is also known as an EEG. This care bundle includes a visit with a specialist before and after the test.
This test uses magnets and radio waves to make detailed images of the brain.
This test uses magnets and radio waves to make detailed images of the brain.
This relates to a history, physical exam, and treatment of neck pain by a healthcare provider.
This is an office visit with a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the nervous system.