Patient Education
Do you accept Insurance?
Community Chiropractic accepts many insurance plans. Because many companies frequently change their policies, it is sometimes difficult to accurately estimate our patient's insurance co-payment. As a courtesy, we ask that you keep us informed of any change to your insurance coverage. It is important that all information about you is current.
Co-Payment: All co-payments are due when you check in at the front desk.
HMO Patients: All patients with HMO insurance coverage must have a referral from their primary care physician. Obtaining a referral is the patient's responsibility. We cannot obtain the referral for you, and the referral cannot be obtained retroactively. If you do not have a referral, we will be happy to see you on a cash/fee for service basis or re-schedule your appointment, but your medical insurance company will not pay for your treatment without a timely referral.
Medicare Patients: Medicare pays us directly for your care. You are responsible for any deductible and co-insurance. If Medicare denies your procedure, you are responsible for the charges.
Private and Group Insurance in Network i.e. Blue Cross, Personal Choice, Keystone, Aetna:
As courtesy, we verify your coverage and file your insurance claims for you. You are responsible for payment of any applicable deductible or co-insurance at the time of service.
Private and Group Insurance Out of Network
i.e. Cigna, and United Health Care, etc.: We will be happy to see you on a Fee for Service or cash basis. As courtesy, we will generate receipts and assist you with submission of these claims to your insurance plan. You will receive reimbursement directly from your health insurance provider. Many of these plans do offer out of network benefits. Contact your health insurance company and ask about your plan's out of network benefits.
If you have any questions or concerns, please ask our staff. They are well informed, up-to-date and available to speak with you.
What can I expect on my first visit?
Our first step is always a thorough consultation to ask you about the health complaints about which you are chiefly concerned. We will also ask about your family history, dietary habits, other care you may have had (chiropractic, osteopathic, medical, etc.). Consultation are always done at no charge.
Beyond the consultation... A physical examination will be performed in accordance with our clinical judgement, which may include x-rays, and other orthopedic and neurological diagnostic procedures. In addition, a careful spinal examination and analysis will be performed to detect any structural or functional abnormalities which may be affecting or causing your condition. All of these elements are important components of your total health profile, and vital to the doctor of chiropractic in evaluating your problem.
Does Chiropractic hurt?
Under normal circumstances, adjustments don't hurt. The patient may experience a minor amount of discomfort during the adjustment which lasts only seconds. Some soreness during the initial stages of care can also be expected as the spine begins to adapt to new functional and structural patterns. This soreness is similar to that experiernced when starting up a new exercise routine.
What kind of education and training do doctors of chiropractic have?
Chiropractors receive an education that emphasizes neuromuscular diagnosis and treatment. Preparation for the practice of chiropractic is concentrated on three areas of learning; basic training in the biological and health sciences (anatomy, physiology, histology, biochemistry, clinical and radiological diagnosis); specialized training in the chiropractic discipline (theoretical studies, practice, diagnosis and applications); and extensive clinical training.
In addition to his chiropractic degree Dr. Legnola has taken advanced study in whiplash injuries and motor vehicle crash forensic risk analysis.
Is Chiropractic safe?
Chiropractic adjustments or manipulations are extremely safe. The risk factor is estimated to be in excess of one million to one.
What conditions/symptoms benefit from chiropractic care?
This is a loaded question. Our office focuses on the improving the structure and function of the spine. During examination process we look to uncover any structural/functional abnormalities ( irregular curvatures, unlevel hips/pelvis, prematurely arthritic joints, etc) that may be present. Frequently if left uncorrected these abnormalities will give rise to secondary conditions such as back pain, neck pain, compressed nerves, compressed or degenerated discs and so on. By improving and optimizing spinal structure and function, many times these secondary conditions begin to resolve.
So to answer the question, "What conditions benefit from chiropractic care?". Structural and functional abnormalities of the spine and the secondary conditions that accompany them.
Here is a list of common conditions that often respond to chiropractic care.
- Whiplash
- Sprains/Strains
- Sciatica
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Low Back Pain
- Headaches
- Stiff Joints
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerated (compressed)discs
- Herniated Discs
- Numbness/Tingling
- Pinched Nerves
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain related to pregnancy
We take great pride in caring for our patients, and understand that no one health care provider can solve every problem. When appropriate, we will refer to other local health care providers to make sure that a patients needs are met.
How often do I need to be seen?
The amount of care you need depends on the condition that you have. Simple conditions resolve in days to weeks. Long standing and more complicated issues may take longer. After your initial evaluation in the clinic we will discuss what type treatment plan will best fit your needs.