# Confirm coverage in writing

Lesson 3 of [Compare TMS clinics, quotes and coverage](https://tmsclinics.fyi/academy/compare-tms-clinics-and-quotes.md), 15 minutes.

Coverage depends on the payer, the reason for treatment and the clinic. A device clearance or an insurance logo on a clinic page is not an authorization. Questions for the payer - Is the clinic in network for this service? - Is prior authorization necessary, and who sends the request? - Which protoc…

The rest of this lesson is for learners enrolled in the course. [See how Compare TMS clinics, quotes and coverage works](https://tmsclinics.fyi/academy/compare-tms-clinics-and-quotes.md).

Also on the [web page](https://tmsclinics.fyi/academy/compare-tms-clinics-and-quotes/confirm-coverage-in-writing).

> Talk to a psychiatrist or other qualified clinician before you start, stop or change treatment. In a mental health emergency call 911 in the US and Canada (or call or text 988), 999 in the UK (or call NHS 111), or 000 in Australia (or call Lifeline on 13 11 14).