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Chiropractor Cost

How Much Does a Chiropractor Cost?

low cost Range: $34-$106

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Typical costs:
  • Fees per chiropractic session average $65 for a general vertebrae adjustment, according to a recent survey in Chiropractic Economics magazine.
  • Sessions can range from $34 to $106 per session depending on where you live, how many regions of the spine a chiropractor services and whether exams are required.
  • Average fees are highest in the South, around $70 per session, and lowest in the Midwest, at $60. New patients should expect to pay slightly more on their first visit, from $61 to $161, because an overall health consultation is usually required. Chiropractors charge additional fees for X-rays, which can range from $44 to $159.
  • Most health insurance plans cover some level of chiropractic care, and treatment is also a tax-deductible medical expense, according to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). Many chiropractors accept insurance or payment plans.
What should be included:
  • The cost of most general chiropractic sessions includes an adjustment of the vertebrae. Using their hands and arms, doctors apply force to the back and neck to realign joints and relieve pressure or pain, according to the ACA.
  • The length and frequency of sessions depends on the severity of a patient's need. Patients sometimes experience a brief period of soreness after an adjustment, which generally goes away within a day or two.
Additional costs:
  • Some chiropractors offer additional services, or modalities, to treat chronic ailments and reduce tension. In a recent survey of 365 chiropractors, around 48 percent said they offer massage and 15 percent offer acupuncture, according to Chiropractic Economics.
  • Chiropractors charge an average of $42 for a massage therapy session, where they apply pressure to the body's muscles and soft tissue.
  • Acupuncture is the ancient Chinese practice of inserting needles into the body's pressure points to manipulate its energy. Acupuncturists charge $100 to $150 for an initial visit, which generally includes a consultation, and around $65 for follow-up visits.
Discounts:
  • Doctors who operate cash-only practices typically charge less, an average of $57 per session, because they are not concerned about what percentage of reimbursement they will receive from insurance companies, according to the Chiropractic Economics survey.
  • Chiropractors who have a single practice typically charge less, around $63 per session, as opposed to doctors who work in a medical group and charge an average of $70.
Shopping for a chiropractor:
  • The first step is finding the right doctor. Ask relatives or friends for a recommendation, or visit ChiroWeb.com, where you can search for a chiropractor based on location, education and specialization.
Material on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications or medical procedures.
 
Article updated March 2007
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Amount: $30.00 per session chiropractic is amazing!
Posted by: Bethany in Cortlandt Manor, NY.Purchased: June, 2008
My medical doctor prescribed drugs for my acute low back and leg pain. They made me dizzy and vomit. My neighbor referred me to Dr. Seth Gross of Blue Mountain Chiropractic Family Wellness in Cortlandt Manor, NY. He determined that I had two herniated lumbar discs and advised Axial decompression and spinal adjustments. I was so surprised that pain and stiffness subsided in only 5 sessions.

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Amount: $54.00 per session Chiropractic Works!
Posted by: Robert D. in Arvada, CO.Purchased: May, 2008
Firm or Practice: Dr. James Doran, DC
Dr. Doran at the Chiropractic Wellness Center did a great job helping me with my back pain. He also cleared out my wife's headaches. He used adjustments and acupuncture both which for 54 bucks was pretty cheap (probably too cheap but I'm not saying anything).
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Dr. Arlen Smith is the best chiropractor that I\'ve ever been to. He does full spine adjustments & has the largest therapy bay in the Lake Travis area. He\'s also in most of the insurance networks but will work with patients that do not have insurance coverage. Call & make an appointment if you are nearby or just visiting.
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Amount: $13,126.64 per session Over Charges
Posted by: Joanne Hurley in North Port, FL.Purchased: 2008
I was charged over 13,163.64 for 38 visits. 10,000.00 was paid by my pip auto insurance. I was told by the Dr. that he would not exceed the pip and that he would also take the cost of MRI in to consideration so I would not have any out of pocket cost.
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Amount: $33.33 per session Very Pleased
Posted by: John Darnell in RIO RANCHO, NM.Purchased: December, 2009
Firm or Practice: Absolute Chirpotrctic
Had not seen a Chiropractor in over a year, but knew I needed to. My Insurance requires a $45 co-payment to see a specialist. Saw Dr. Robinson at Absolute Chiropractic. Appears to be a one man shop, but his office is very professional in appearance and in its operation. My visits are 3 for $100. Cheaper than my $45 co-payment. Dr. Robinson does not rush you in and out as some chiropractors do. First Appointment was 30 minutes, adjustments have been 10-15 minutes. Does not pursuade you to come every day or even multiple times in one day as some have. Nice honest guy.
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Amount: $416.00 per session My experience was a total rip-off
Posted by: Ripped off Patient in Gaithersburg, MD.Purchased: December, 2009
Firm or Practice: Lakeforest Chiropractic Clinic
Went there for a intial consultation. No X-rays done. Was given a stinky hot press on my back and neck. Then the Doc manipulated my arms painfully behind my back. One session of this and I never returned. Then I got notice that I was taken to the cleaners for $416 for this one session. Is this the norm for initial consultations? I think this is way too much money, even MDs don't charge this much!! unless you are a Specialist. Thank God I had PIP to rely on, or else, I would seriously report this quack!
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The receptionist Jennifer told me each visit would be ~ $59.00 per session with the first visit being ~$139 - $159. I got a bill from them for $179.00 AFTER they billed my insurance almost $500.00 for my 1st session and the follow up session the doctor recomended for 1 week later. I don\'t think I was in the office more than 30 minutes either time.
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Posted by: Faith in Homer, AK.Purchased: December, 2009
Firm or Practice: Clinic of Chiropractic Health
Dr. James Heston of Homer, Alaska is an EXCELLENT chiropractic who also practices applied kinesiology. He is gentle, yet fierm when needed, takes time to discuss problems, and provides excellent follow through. sessions are scheduled to be 15 minutes. I have always received my full 15 minutes and have often gotten more time for no adfditional charge. We in Homer expect our doctors to be like this. We ar a small community.
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Amount: $65.00 per session money hungry chiropractor!!!!
Posted by: jayejaye in Hartford, CT.Purchased: 2010
Firm or Practice: in connecticut
verbally requested my medical billing(was in a car in accident, september, 2009 , so i can settle my lawsuit,. the chiropractor told me he is not giving me my medical billing because i might keep the money,told me to stop calling his office and give him his money.lol so i gave him a hand-written request asking for my medical billing,( 30 days) and on video ,this is in 2010,march. these guys are making money, hand over fist, besides your bring them money, to this day he havent sent them to me yet.lol i know my rights was violated. will update
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Amount: $700.00 per session 30 SESSION CONTRACT
Posted by: a user in Yuma, AZ.Purchased: March, 2010
Firm or Practice: Hueser Chiropractic
When I first went to Dr. DeVries I was told to sign a 30 visit contract. I took the lower of the two options which had only one therapy after the treatment. The more expensive of the two had two therapies after the treatment. After doing this and talking to friends I checked around and the other chiropractors in the areas do not seem to follow this practice. Is this a common practice? I find it strange and after the 30 visits I was not much better! Now he has sent me another bill to cover the part of the treatment that Medicare did not cover. I do not plan to pay for it since he seemed to know that the x-rays and therapies would not be covered by Medicare so I figure he should also know how much Medicare covers and I am not going to cover his miscalculations.
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