Patient Info & Forms
Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM)
At Monitoring Advanced Services (MAS), Intraoperative Neuromonitoring (IONM) is an essential part of making surgeries safer and more precise. Our highly trained and board-certified technologists monitor your nervous system function in real time during surgery, providing your surgeon with immediate, actionable feedback.
This continuous monitoring helps detect any changes in nerve activity, allowing the surgical team to adjust and prevent potential complications before they become serious.
On the day of your procedure, an MAS-certified neurophysiologist will be present from start to finish—supporting both you and your surgical team with expertise, vigilance, and care.
Before your surgery, our team carefully reviews your medical history and any prior neurological tests. We also consult directly with your surgeon to ensure a thorough understanding of your condition and surgical plan.
We’ll meet with you before the procedure to explain our role in your care, go over the testing process, and answer any questions you may have. If necessary, we’ll place a few surface electrodes in preparation for surgery and obtain your consent.
During surgery, an AMS technologist stays with you every step of the way. After you are under anesthesia, we apply monitoring electrodes and begin running computer-based neurological tests to track your nerve function.
As your surgery progresses, we continuously run tests and log each step of the procedure. All data is recorded in real time and securely added to your medical record to ensure accuracy and continuity of care.
While you’re in surgery, a Neurophysiologist monitors your test results remotely through a secure digital connection. This allows immediate feedback to your surgical team, helping to guide decisions and optimize outcomes.
Once the surgery is complete, we remove all electrodes and provide feedback to your surgeon if needed. Except for minor skin irritation at the electrode sites, the entire process is non-invasive and painless—so you can begin recovery comfortably.
EEG Services
We are committed to delivering the highest quality diagnostic data to your physician—quickly and accurately—so your treatment plan can be developed without delay. Whether your EEG is performed at home, in a clinic, or within a hospital setting, our priority is your comfort and well-being. You’ll be supported by a highly trained technologist with exceptional skill and dedication. Our focus is entirely on you. By equipping your doctor with precise, timely information, we help accelerate your care and support a faster path to recovery.
Modalities
A Routine EEG is typically conducted in a hospital, physician’s office, or even in the comfort of your home, and usually takes between 30 to 60 minutes. It serves as one of the most important initial diagnostic tools for identifying epilepsy, seizure disorders, and various other neurological conditions such as brain tumors, strokes, or head injuries. As a first step in neurodiagnostic evaluation, a Routine EEG provides your physician with essential insights to help guide an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plan.
An In-Home EEG (Ambulatory EEG or AEEG) is a safe, painless diagnostic test conducted in the comfort of the patient’s home. Similar to a Routine EEG, it records the brain’s electrical activity to provide valuable insights for diagnosis and treatment. However, unlike the shorter Routine EEG, an AEEG is typically performed over a period of 3 to 5 days to capture extended brain activity. This longer monitoring period allows physicians to collect more comprehensive data, leading to a more accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.
At Monitoring Advanced Services (MAS), we provide real-time monitoring of AEEG studies to ensure your physician is continually informed about your condition throughout the duration of the test. AEEG is often recommended when additional information is needed beyond what a Routine EEG can provide, making it a critical step in achieving precise and effective neurological care.
Continuous EEG (cEEG), also known as Long-Term Monitoring (LTM), is an advanced diagnostic method used to record brain activity over extended periods—ranging from several hours to days or even weeks. This type of monitoring is especially valuable in critical care settings such as the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Neuro ICU, or other inpatient areas. It can also be conducted in a home setting, similar to Ambulatory EEG (AEEG), depending on the patient's condition and physician's recommendations.
At Monitoring Advanced Services (MAS), our expert EEG technologists monitor cEEG and LTM data in real-time to ensure patient safety and deliver timely updates to the attending physicians. This continuous observation allows for immediate response to neurological changes, supporting accurate diagnoses and informed clinical decisions for optimal patient outcomes.
An Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), also known as a Seizure Monitoring Unit (SMU), is a specialized area within the hospital dedicated to the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of seizure disorders for patients of all ages. In this controlled environment, physicians may temporarily reduce or adjust seizure medications to safely capture and study seizure activity.
Using advanced video EEG technology, the EMU records brain activity and behavior before, during, and after a seizure. This comprehensive data collection allows specialists to accurately identify seizure types and pinpoint their origin within the brain. With this critical information, physicians can create highly personalized treatment plans—whether that involves medication adjustments, dietary therapy, neurostimulation techniques, or surgical options.
The goal of the EMU is to provide precise diagnoses and empower patients with the most effective path toward seizure control and improved quality of life.
Insurance Coverage & Payment Information
At AMS, we are committed to making your experience as smooth as possible—including handling your insurance and billing.
Before Your Procedure:
Our team will work with your healthcare insurance provider to obtain pre-certification for your procedure. After your procedure is complete, AMS will submit the bill directly to your insurance company. Depending on your individual plan, they may cover all or a portion of the cost.
Know Your Coverage:
We encourage you to contact your insurance provider—or our office—before your procedure to confirm how services will be covered. This helps us determine whether you may be responsible for any out-of-pocket costs, such as a co-pay or deductible.
After Your Procedure:
You may receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your insurance provider. Please note, this is not a bill. If you have any questions about the EOB or coverage decisions, our team is here to help. We can assist with appeals and communicate directly with your insurance company if needed.
Important Note About Insurance Checks:
In some cases, your insurance company may send the payment for our services directly to you. If you receive such a check, please notify us immediately and forward the payment to:
MAS
Lahore
If payment is not received from your insurance or from you in these cases, you will be responsible for the balance.
Need Help?
Our Patient Advocate is here for you!
📞 Call: +92 335 6223331
📧 Email: mkayoob@mas-neuro.com
