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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.
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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.
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Article updated March 2007 |
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Recent Posts |
| Amount: $30.00 per session |
chiropractic is amazing!
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| 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.
I was also intrigued to learn that doctors of chiropractic (DC) take the same courses as doctors of medicine (MD) but 400 hours more (DC=4700 hours vs 4300 hours MD). Dr. Gross is primary care doctor to many of the patients of his office. This guy is one great doctor! |
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| Amount: $54.00 per session |
Chiropractic Works!
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| 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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| Amount: $55.00 per session |
AWESOME MANIPULATOR
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| Posted by: Hillary in Lakeway, TX. | Purchased: January, 2009 |
| Firm or Practice: LAKE TRAVIS CHIROPRACTIC CENTER |
| 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
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| 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.
Most of the treatments were 5 minutes then doing some excersises which did not require the doctor to be present and was under 15 minutes total. I had about 6 appointments where I was I put on the table where it would stretch the spine and was less the 15 minutes on those appointments also. (I am sorry, forgot what it is called)
The Dr suggested 45 appointments during the same consultation we discussed cost and I only had 38. Is this something one should expect? |
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