Mental Health
How Much Does Depression (Major Depressive Disorder) Treatment Cost?
Major depressive disorder is more than just feeling sad — it is a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest that interferes with daily functioning. It affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities. It is one of the most common mental health conditions worldwide.
Mild
$1.5K — $4.0K
Moderate
$5.0K — $12K
Severe
$15K — $60K
Estimated Total Procedure-Based Cost
$1,195 — $1,992
Based on common procedures at commercial insurance rates (1.5x-2.5x Medicare)
Treatment Cost Breakdown
Diagnosis & Acute Treatment
9 procedures$1,195 — $1,992
Psych diag eval w/med srvcs
CPT 90792
$239 — $398
Medicare: $159
Psytx w pt w e/m 30 min
CPT 90833
$99 — $165
Medicare: $66
Psytx w pt 45 minutes
CPT 90834
$138 — $230
Medicare: $92
Psychotherapy, 53+ minutes
CPT 90837
$114 — $190
Medicare: $76
Family psytx w/pt 50 min
CPT 90847
$154 — $257
Medicare: $103
Electroconvulsive therapy
CPT 90870
$148 — $246
Medicare: $99
Brief emotional/behav assmt
CPT 96127
$8 — $13
Medicare: $5
Psycl tst eval phys/qhp 1st
CPT 96130
$149 — $249
Medicare: $100
$147 — $244
Medicare: $98
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Depression (Major Depressive Disorder) treatment cost?
Treatment for Depression (Major Depressive Disorder) typically costs $5.0K — $12K depending on severity and location.
Does insurance cover Depression (Major Depressive Disorder) treatment?
Most health insurance plans cover medically necessary treatment for Depression (Major Depressive Disorder). Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your deductible, copay, and whether you use in-network providers.