How much does ketamine therapy cost per session?

At Music City Ketamine in Franklin, TN, mental wellness infusions are $475 per session. Pain management sessions range from $475 for a standard 45-minute infusion to $1,425 for a 4-hour extended infusion. We publish our pricing openly because we believe you deserve to know exactly what to expect before your first visit.

Does insurance cover ketamine infusion therapy?

Most insurance plans do not cover ketamine infusions directly because IV ketamine for depression and chronic pain is considered off-label. However, Music City Ketamine provides superbills after each session that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Many patients have had success recovering a portion of their costs this way.

How many ketamine sessions will I need?

For mental wellness concerns like depression or anxiety, most patients begin with a series of six infusions over two to three weeks. After the initial series, maintenance sessions are spaced further apart based on individual response, often every few weeks to months. For chronic pain, the number and frequency of sessions varies depending on the condition being treated and your individual response.

Why does ketamine therapy cost more than a regular doctor visit?

Ketamine infusion therapy is administered by a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with over 20 years of experience. Each session includes hospital-grade monitoring, IV medication management, and one-on-one clinical attention for the entire duration. This is not a volume clinic. You are the only patient in the room, and your safety and comfort are the priority throughout.

Ketamine Therapy Cost: What to Expect and How to Plan

Q: Are there financing options for ketamine therapy?

Yes. Music City Ketamine partners with Advance Care to offer patient financing. This allows you to break the cost of treatment into manageable monthly payments. You can apply before your first appointment so you know your options from the start.

How Much Does Ketamine Therapy Cost?

This is usually the first question people ask, and we think it deserves a direct answer. Ketamine therapy cost varies across clinics and regions, but we believe in being upfront about ours so you can make informed decisions without any surprises.

In the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area, ketamine infusion pricing typically ranges from $400 to $1,500 or more per session depending on the provider, the type of infusion, and how long the session lasts. Some clinics bundle pricing into packages. Others charge additional fees for consultations or monitoring. We keep it simple.

At Music City Ketamine in Franklin, TN, every session includes the infusion itself, one-on-one monitoring by Marla Peterson, CRNA, and the use of our private treatment suite. There are no hidden fees. The price you see below is the price you pay.

MCK Pricing Breakdown

Service	Duration	Cost
Mental Wellness
Mental Wellness Infusion	Standard session	$475
Pain Management
Pain Standard Infusion	45 minutes	$475
Pain Extended Infusion	2 hours	$845
Pain Extended Infusion	3 hours	$1,100
Pain Extended Infusion	4 hours	$1,425

Pain infusion durations are determined during your initial consultation based on the nature and severity of your condition. Longer infusions allow the medication to be delivered at a steady, therapeutic rate over an extended period, which can be important for certain chronic pain conditions.

How Many Sessions Will I Need?

The total ketamine therapy cost depends not just on the per-session price, but on how many sessions your treatment plan includes. This varies based on what we are treating and how you respond.

For mental wellness concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, or OCD, most patients begin with an initial series of six infusions spread over two to three weeks. This loading phase is designed to build on the neuroplastic changes each infusion creates, establishing a stronger foundation for lasting improvement. After the initial series, we move to maintenance sessions spaced further apart, often every few weeks to every few months, depending on how you respond. Some patients find they need maintenance sessions less frequently over time. You can read more about the treatment timeline in our guide to how many sessions you may need.

For chronic pain conditions, the number and frequency of sessions varies more widely. Some patients respond well to shorter, more frequent sessions. Others benefit from longer extended infusions spaced further apart. The right approach depends on the specific condition, how long you have had it, and what other treatments you have tried. Marla works with each patient individually to determine what makes the most sense.

We would rather be honest about what treatment involves than have someone feel surprised later. Our goal is to help you plan so that cost does not become a barrier to care. — Marla Peterson, CRNA, Music City Ketamine

Does Insurance Cover Ketamine Therapy?

This is one of the most common questions we hear, and we want to be straightforward: most insurance plans do not cover IV ketamine infusions directly. Because IV ketamine for depression and chronic pain is considered off-label use, it falls outside what most insurers will pay for at this time. This is true across the industry, not just at our clinic.

That said, we do everything we can to help you seek reimbursement. After each session, we provide a superbill, a detailed receipt with the medical codes your insurance company needs to process an out-of-network claim. Many of our patients have had success recovering a portion of their ketamine therapy cost this way, though reimbursement amounts vary by plan.

We recommend calling your insurance provider before starting treatment and asking specifically about out-of-network reimbursement for ketamine infusion therapy. If you need help with the right questions to ask, our team is happy to walk you through it. You can also visit our FAQ page for more guidance.

Financing Options

We understand that the upfront cost of a treatment series can feel significant, especially when insurance coverage is limited. That is why we have partnered with Advance Care to offer patient financing that lets you break the cost of treatment into manageable monthly payments.

Financing through Advance Care allows you to begin treatment without paying the full series cost upfront. You can apply before your first appointment so you know exactly what your monthly payment would look like. The application process is straightforward, and approval decisions are typically fast.

If you have questions about financing or want to understand your options before scheduling, we are happy to discuss it during a free initial conversation. There is no pressure and no obligation.

Why Does Ketamine Therapy Cost What It Does?

We think this is a fair question, and it deserves a thoughtful answer. Ketamine infusion therapy is a medical procedure, not a prescription you pick up at a pharmacy. The cost reflects what it takes to deliver it safely and effectively.

Here is what is included in every session at Music City Ketamine:

CRNA-level provider. Every infusion is administered and monitored by Marla Peterson, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with over 20 years of anesthesia experience. CRNAs are among the most highly trained providers in the country for managing IV medications and monitoring patient safety in real time
Hospital-grade monitoring. Your vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation, are monitored continuously throughout the session using clinical-grade equipment
One patient at a time. You are never sharing attention with other patients. Marla is with you for the entire duration of your infusion, adjusting the rate and checking in with you throughout. This is the level of care you should expect, and it is the level we refuse to compromise on
Private treatment suite. Soft lighting, noise-canceling headphones, weighted blankets, and a calm environment designed around your comfort. You may also meet Walter White and Wilma, our therapy dogs, who have a quiet way of helping people settle in before treatment
Not a volume clinic. Some clinics reduce costs by treating multiple patients simultaneously or using less experienced providers. We have chosen a different model. Lower volume means more attention, more safety, and a better experience for every person who walks through our door

When you compare ketamine therapy cost across providers, we encourage you to ask what is actually included: who is administering the infusion, what monitoring is in place, and how many patients are being treated at the same time. These details matter more than the number on the price tag.