Frequently Asked Questions:
Here some frequently asked questions that people ask about when they contact me.
Are acupuncture needles painful during the procedure?
No, usually you don't feel the needles when they are inserted into the skin. However on the hand and feet, you may feel a slight tingling or pricking sensation.
How fast can the results of acupuncture kick in after the treatment?
You could feel improvement as soon as that same day! (especially for pain relief). However, for other symptoms, the time varies depending on the individual and the complexity of the symptom.
Do these acupuncture services get covered by my heath insurance?
Every individual insurance policy is different considering acupuncture coverage. We suggest that you call your health insurance and ask them to see if your insurance policy covers acupuncture treatment or not.
Do you file insurance claims after acupuncture treatments?
We do not file insurance claims for our patients because it is a very time consuming process. We would rather use this time to focus on patient care and treatment. However, we will give patients all the paperwork required to file insurance claims on their own.
Does Medicare cover acupuncture costs?
Unfortunately, with current policies, usually Medicare does not cover the costs of acupuncture.
What happens if I have a secondary insurance aside from Medicare? Does it get covered?
Again, back to the first question. We do not know until you contact your insurance company on your own and ask them if acupuncture is covered by them.
I have symptoms that are not listed on your website, how do I know if you can help me?
We encourage you to either email or call us to explain your symptoms. From there we can give you a straight answer.
Do I need a referral from my doctor to get treatments?
No, you do not need your doctor's referral to get treatments. However, if you have your doctor's referral, please bring it with you on your first visit. It can help with collaboration between your doctor and your acupuncture treatment.
Do you have volume discounts If I need frequent treatments?
Yes, If you need more than five treatments, we can provide a volume discount. Please contact the office for details.
No, usually you don't feel the needles when they are inserted into the skin. However on the hand and feet, you may feel a slight tingling or pricking sensation.
How fast can the results of acupuncture kick in after the treatment?
You could feel improvement as soon as that same day! (especially for pain relief). However, for other symptoms, the time varies depending on the individual and the complexity of the symptom.
Do these acupuncture services get covered by my heath insurance?
Every individual insurance policy is different considering acupuncture coverage. We suggest that you call your health insurance and ask them to see if your insurance policy covers acupuncture treatment or not.
Do you file insurance claims after acupuncture treatments?
We do not file insurance claims for our patients because it is a very time consuming process. We would rather use this time to focus on patient care and treatment. However, we will give patients all the paperwork required to file insurance claims on their own.
Does Medicare cover acupuncture costs?
Unfortunately, with current policies, usually Medicare does not cover the costs of acupuncture.
What happens if I have a secondary insurance aside from Medicare? Does it get covered?
Again, back to the first question. We do not know until you contact your insurance company on your own and ask them if acupuncture is covered by them.
I have symptoms that are not listed on your website, how do I know if you can help me?
We encourage you to either email or call us to explain your symptoms. From there we can give you a straight answer.
Do I need a referral from my doctor to get treatments?
No, you do not need your doctor's referral to get treatments. However, if you have your doctor's referral, please bring it with you on your first visit. It can help with collaboration between your doctor and your acupuncture treatment.
Do you have volume discounts If I need frequent treatments?
Yes, If you need more than five treatments, we can provide a volume discount. Please contact the office for details.