Frequently Asked Questions
Q) What are my payment options?
A) We are in network with Anthem/BCBS PPO plans and most Aetna plans as well as Medicare Part B and will bill them directly for their portion or to know your amount owed for your deductible. If your plan is out of network, we will provide you with a Superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. In addition, we are able to take HSA and FSA plan benefits as payment for services as well.
Q) What should I expect during my visits?
A) Your first visit will include a significant amount of time spent with our doctor going over your medical history as well as the history of your current complaint or injury. During this time, we'll make sure that you understand your injury and how to recover from it. As long as there are no red flags found during the examination and history, treatment will start that day and our doctor will recommend a treatment plan to get you to your goal and back to living a happy and healthy life.
Q) How many visits do I need?
A) This depends heavily on your response to treatment as well as your starting point and personal goals. It's recommended to work in two week intervals and evaluate how we're progressing. If we're making good progress, we'll move forward for another two weeks. If we're not making progress, then it may be necessary to change the treatment plan or make a referral to work alongside another doctor (such as your Primary Care Provider). That being said, very few patients require more than a handful of visits for simple complaints.
Q) I heard that you have to go to a chiropractor forever once you start going... is that true?
A) While some patients elect to continue with maintenance or wellness visits (much like they would with a monthly massage), most patients only come to the clinic when they want to recover from an injury or work toward a specific goal. Once that goal is met, most people return back to their normal lives until another issue pops up.
Q) Is chiropractic care safe?
A) The treatments provided at our clinic are extremely low risk. Chiropractors traditionally have one of the lowest costs across medical providers for their malpractice insurance. That being said, we make sure to perform an extremely in-depth first visit so that we can weigh any potential risks related to your medical history and make the best choice for you. The most common side effect from treatments provided in our office would be muscle soreness related to treatment or exercise.
Q) Do I need a referral?
A) It is not necessary to have a referral to a chiropractor unless it is specifically required by your insurance company.