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Do insurance plans
cover chiropractic care?
Yes, our clinics work with all types of insurance. Be sure to bring your insurance information to your first appointment, and our front desk staff will be happy to assist you in understanding your benefits.
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Please note that insurance coverage will be verified during your first appointment. A copy of your insurance card and ID will be required. Coverage may vary between patients based on individual terms and agreements with their insurance providers, and reimbursement for services cannot be guaranteed. Any expenses not covered by insurance will be the patient’s responsibility. While we will make every effort to help you understand your insurance benefits, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with your policy and consult your insurance provider for further clarification.
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Northeast:
Medicare
United HealthCare
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Forest Acres:
Medicare
United HealthCare
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oneil:
Medicare
United HealthCare
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Do adjustments hurt?
A small minority of people may experience discomfort, pain, or unusual symptoms after an adjustment. These responses are typically short-lived and occur primarily when a vertebra has been significantly subluxated (out of place) before being adjusted. There are a few possible causes of such responses:
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Some people may experience detoxification after an adjustment. As toxins leave the body, symptoms like headaches, sniffles, mild fever, drowsiness, or lethargy may occur.
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Muscles will realign in coordination with the spine after an adjustment. Often, these are muscles that haven’t functioned properly for years and may have become weakened. This is a temporary condition and will resolve as the muscles strengthen.
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Sometimes, nerves that were impinged for years may start "coming back to life" and become more sensitive again. Unlike most drugs, chiropractic adjustments aren’t just designed to "make you feel good," but to "make you FEEL." Increased sensitivity and awareness are both necessary and desirable, as old injury pains may be reawakened in order for healing to occur.
Will I have to have
X-Rays taken?
X-rays can be helpful but are not required for every patient. Imaging of your spine, especially after trauma, can confirm other findings and make your care more precise. We will determine if X-rays are necessary after reviewing your health history and examining your spine. Our office only takes X-rays that are deemed necessary, based on the doctor’s discretion.
How long until I feel better?
Some patients experience almost instant relief, while others find that it can take many weeks or months. Several factors can affect the healing process, including:
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The severity of the structural misalignments causing your problem.
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How long you have had them.
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How rapidly your body responds to chiropractic care, which is influenced by factors such as age, mental attitude, and the elasticity of muscles and ligaments.
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Your ability to avoid additional stress and strain while your body is healing
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor?
Absolutely not! Doctors of Chiropractic are primary health care providers, meaning you do not need a referral. If your case is not chiropractic-related, a responsible chiropractor will refer you to the appropriate health care provider.
Will insurance cover my chiropractic care?
Insurance coverage for chiropractic care varies. Over 80% of insurance plans will reimburse a portion of your fees. However, most have a limit on what they will pay and do not cover full corrective care programs.
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In our office, we do not base your care plan on the availability of insurance but offer a range of payment options to best suit your budget.
Are all patients adjusted
the same way?
Each patient’s care is unique and customized to meet their specific condition and needs.
Your chiropractor will adjust treatments based on factors such as your size, weight, age, and health condition.