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Many New Patients are not sure what to expect during their first visit with a Chiropractic Physician, so we created this handy little Q&A section to answer some of our most common questions!
What should I expect for my first visit?
We make sure all our new patients feel welcome, safe, and taken care of. We schedule all of our New Patients to arrive a half hour early to fill out applicable paperwork, similar to any healthcare office. We recommend wearing comfortable loose fitting clothing to your Chiropractic treatments. Unless instructed by the Chiropractor, there is no need to remove your footwear. If you suspect you will need longer than a half an hour, or will need additional assistance with your paperwork, please let our office know, and arrive earlier as needed.
During your first visit, one of our Chiropractic Physicians will review your current and past medical health. They will ask detailed questions about your past health problems, therapies, injuries, and may even ask relevant questions regarding your exercise practices, hobbies, if you sit or stand at work and other information that they will use to get a full picture of your personal circumstance. All of this information is protected by the strict federal law known as HIPAA and will not be released without your written permission.
Your doctor will then conduct their own history of your current problem and will perform an examination where they may check your posture, spine, and use special pain-free exams called Orthopedic Tests to confirm their clinical decision making. All of these tests and exams are performed in accordance with the latest in Evidence-Based Physical Medicine.
The combination of the history and exam will enable your doctor to reach a diagnosis, which will help him or her to determine what therapies are appropriate for your condition. These may include Chiropractic adjustments, therapeutic stretches, exercises, and specific clinical muscle work.
Our Physicians are not trained in, and do not perform therapeutic massage.
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Is Chiropractic safe?
Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for the treatment of back pain, neck pain, joint pain of the arms or legs, headaches, jaw pain and other neuromusculoskeletal complains. Although Chiropractic has an excellent safety record compared to many other types of healthcare, no health treatment is completely free of potential adverse effects.
Serious risks associated with Chiropractic care, however, are exceptionally small. Current medical literature shows a variable rate of between 1/5,000,000 and no increased risk at all of major complications following manual (done with the hands) Chiropractic neck adjustments. Nonetheless our providers show extreme discretion in administering this type of therapy, and there are virtually risk free alternatives available to every patient.
In comparison to prescription drug and/or surgical interventions for neuromusculoskeletal pain, Chiropractic by far has the lowest risk of potential complications.
Many patients feel immediate relief following Chiropractic treatment, but some may sometimes experience mild soreness or aching--similar to that they experience after some forms of exercise--headaches and tiredness. Current literature shows that minor discomfort or soreness following spinal manipulation typically fades within 24 hours.
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Will my Insurance cover my Chiropractic treatment?
At Mid-Valley Chiropractic LLP we are happy to offer courtesy billing services to most insurances. Chiropractic treatment is a covered benefit in virtually all traditional insurance policies. In fact, according to some reports, as many as 87 percent of all insured American workers have coverage for Chiropractic services in their health care plans.
Currently our Chiropractic Physicians are preferred providers with the following insurance companies;
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage Plan
Pacific Source
Medicare (Non-Par Providers)
The best and most reliable way to determine personal Chiropractic benefits and coverage is to contact your Insurance company directly, by calling the customer line on the back of your card and inquiring about Chiropractic benefits. At Mid-Valley Chiropractic LLP we are proud to offer unparalleled full half hour visits with your doctor. To maintain this level of quality care we do not currently partner as "In-Network" with every insurance provider. This does not disqualify your benefit, what it does mean is that we are able to continue to give our patients personalized, unhurried care. If your deductible has been met most insurances have "Out-of-Network" Chiropractic benefits that vary by plan. If your deductible has not been met, and your benefits are not yet in effect, we are happy to help you put the full cost of your visit towards meeting your deductible.
At this time we are ONLY able to respond to Pre-Authorization requests for coverage from our contacted insurances. All Out Of Network requests for Pre-Authorization will be denied.
Currently we do not bill Out Of Network HMOs, American Specialty Health, or insurance plans whom have verified they do not supply Chiropractic Benefits.
The Internal Revenue Service includes chiropractic services as a valid medical deduction for tax purposes.
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What should I ask my Insurance Company, when calling to inquire about my benefits?
If you have never contacted your insurance company asking about benefits, some of this may feel intimidating. There is special language the insurance company uses to describe certain parts of the insurance process, we'll help you understand what to ask in order to get the information you need.
Ask what your "Out-Of-Network Deductible" is, and how much has been met. (Your card may have this information on the back)
Ask what your benefits are for Chiropractic, and related care, both before and after your Deductible has been met. Some insurance plans offer coverage for massage, physical therapy, electrical therapies and more!
Ask what your responsibility will be both before and after your Deductible has been met.
Bring your insurance card and valid photo ID with you to your first appointment.
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What if my Insurance doesn't cover Chiropractic?
In the rare event that your insurance does not cover Chiropractic self-pay patients may be eligible for a discount on some services when they pay in full at the time of service.
Insurances which are HMO organizations do not cover ANY Out Of Network services, including Chiropractic.
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But what if I don't have Health Insurance?
About 35% of the patients in our office have no insurance at all. Unlike most medical care, Chiropractic care is very affordable for most people. Especially, considering that the average cost of back surgery is $75,000, some cases which could be prevented with Chiropractic care. This costs a very small fraction of that amount. We strive to make our care affordable so that anyone can get the care they need. An entire year of monthly Chiropractic care costs less than what most people spend on a new computer. Self-pay patients may be eligible for a discount on some services when they pay in full at the time of service.
How we spend our money is all about priorities. We often don't think twice about spending a large sum of money on entertainment (if our TV went out, we would be at Best Buy the next morning buying the latest and greatest) but when it comes to our health we tend to put it on the back-burner - until it's too late. It is much cheaper, healthier and more comfortable to invest a small amount in prevention instead of waiting for a health problem to become serious, which will be far more expensive. Chiropractic care is one of the best deals in healthcare. Chiropractic is like insurance - premiums small, dividends large!
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541-967-7844