Frequently Asked Questions

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring or commonly known as (IONM) is the monitoring of a patient's nerve functions during a brain or spinal surgical procedure.

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) has become the "standard of care" for many common and complex surgical procedures.  IONM simply is a computerize set of  "eyes and ears" for  the surgeon  to be able to understand internally what is happening to a patient's nerve function during the surgical procedure.  If any deviation in nerve function is detected then the surgeon can adjust the course of the surgical plan to ensure a positive and safe outcome.

IONM is covered is covered by Medicare and most commercial insurance policies.  Patients are encouraged to check with their insurance company prior to surgery.