Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance?
We are in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente (Group Health PPO), Premera Blue Cross and Lifewise Health Plan. For all other plans we will provide out of network billing if your plan allows out-of-network providers.
HSA (health savings account), or FSA (flex spending account) is accepted as a form of payment.
We accept motor vehicle claims; we will do the billing. If you are using PIP, we need the date of the accident, claim number, insurance claims adjuster's contact information and attorney's contact information, if applicable.
Veterans can get a referral from their VA medical doctor to receive acupuncture through the choice program. Call us for more details.
HSA (health savings account), or FSA (flex spending account) is accepted as a form of payment.
We accept motor vehicle claims; we will do the billing. If you are using PIP, we need the date of the accident, claim number, insurance claims adjuster's contact information and attorney's contact information, if applicable.
Veterans can get a referral from their VA medical doctor to receive acupuncture through the choice program. Call us for more details.
How much does acupuncture cost?
Time of service cost (without insurance) is $88 for an acupuncture treatment.
When billing insurance, the cost will vary depending on how much your plan allows for acupuncture. To find out directly from your insurance plan, download the form below and call the number on the back of your card.
When billing insurance, the cost will vary depending on how much your plan allows for acupuncture. To find out directly from your insurance plan, download the form below and call the number on the back of your card.
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What can acupuncture treat?
See our services page to see conditions that acupuncture can help with.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Most people feel hardly anything with the insertion of the acupuncture needles. There may be a dull, achy sensation around the needle but that is a good sign that change is happening. After the needle insertion, most people find acupuncture very relaxing.
There are various acupuncture techniques ranging from very light to heavier sensations; these can all be adjusted, just let your acupuncturist know if you are more sensitive to needling. There are non-needle techniques, as well, for pediatrics and those that have a fear of needles.
There are various acupuncture techniques ranging from very light to heavier sensations; these can all be adjusted, just let your acupuncturist know if you are more sensitive to needling. There are non-needle techniques, as well, for pediatrics and those that have a fear of needles.
How many sessions will I need?
This answer will be different for everyone. Healing takes time. Typically, acute conditions take less time (4-6 weeks) to heal and chronic conditions require a longer maintenance (3+ months) to keep things running smoothly.
After your evaluation, we can give you an idea of how long your treatment journey will take.
After your evaluation, we can give you an idea of how long your treatment journey will take.
How can I prepare for my acupuncture treatment?
Please have something to eat within a few hours of coming in for your treatment. It's best not to receive acupuncture on an empty stomach.
The best clothing to wear is loose clothing that can easily be rolled up to just above the knees and just above the elbow where most acupuncture points are found. If you forget to bring loose fitting clothes, no worries, a sheet can easily be used for drapery.
The best clothing to wear is loose clothing that can easily be rolled up to just above the knees and just above the elbow where most acupuncture points are found. If you forget to bring loose fitting clothes, no worries, a sheet can easily be used for drapery.
Why do I feel so sleepy during an acupuncture session?
There have been many attempts at explaining why this happens and why acupuncture works in general. Our sense is, the presence of the needles causes our central nervous system to move into a clear pattern of rest (parasympathetic), allowing for our quickest healing and recovery to take place.
This may explain why acupuncture is so effective at helping people overcome the many troubles associated with high stress levels – a state we can find ourselves in which is characterized by our nervous systems staying in a “fight or flight mode' (sympathetic) for extended periods of time. Remaining in this state for long periods of time can keep us from recovering in an ideal way, leading to nagging injuries, sleeplessness or illness.
This may explain why acupuncture is so effective at helping people overcome the many troubles associated with high stress levels – a state we can find ourselves in which is characterized by our nervous systems staying in a “fight or flight mode' (sympathetic) for extended periods of time. Remaining in this state for long periods of time can keep us from recovering in an ideal way, leading to nagging injuries, sleeplessness or illness.
