Patient Information
Every patient receives a thorough examination to assess your areas of concern.
Our doctors carefully consider your health history. They are trained in x-ray techniques and in order to make an accurate diagnosis may take x-rays of your back and neck. After this initial exam, every patient receives a recommended course of treatment specific to the needs and health goals you discuss with our doctors. Our doctors may recommend treatments consisting of Chiropractic Adjustments, Nutritional Assessment, Spinal Decompression, Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation.
What to Expect
01. Brief Paperwork
Upon entering the office, we have some brief paperwork for you to fill out. The paperwork provides us with general information about yourself and your condition.
02. Consultation
Once the paperwork has been completed, you will have a consultation with the doctor to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, as well as potential treatment options.
03. History & Examination
In order to determine what your actual problem is, the doctor will ask you various questions related to your condition. Next, a number of specialized tests will be performed to determine which tissues are affected and to what extent.
04. X-ray Studies
Your specific condition may require us to take x-rays to either rule out more serious conditions or assist us in developing the most effective treatment plan for you.
05. Same Day Treatment
Once finished with the examination and all appropriate studies, patients will generally be provided with their first treatment during this same visit. This may include spinal adjustments, physical therapies, and/or soft tissue therapies.
06. Home Instructions
Prior to leaving, patients will be given instructions on certain activities or procedures to be conducted at home. This may include ice or heat application instructions, avoidance of certain activities or positions, as well as home exercises and/or stretches.
07. Schedule Your Next Appointment
You will be given a convenient appointment time for your follow-up visit. Generally speaking, patients are seen within 1-2 days and are provided with a complete review of findings. Treatment options for your condition will also be discussed during this time.
Patient Forms
Please use the following links to print and fill out our insurance coverage and patient health history forms.
Payment Options
Group or Individual Insurance
We attempt to take out as much of the “insurance hassle” as possible for you. We’ll happily telephone your insurance company to verify your coverage benefits. Please remember, however, that the benefits quoted to us by your insurance company are not a guarantee of payment. We will file your claim and await payment for 90 days. If your company pays the benefits they quote to us, the only services you will be responsible for are any non-covered services, deductibles or co-pays. If you have any questions at all regarding your financial responsibilities at our office, please do not hesitate to ask. Our insurance clerk has many years of experience and will be happy to assist you.
Patients Without Insurance
An increasing number of patients do not have insurance to cover for chiropractor cost, or have plans with limited coverage, such as catastrophic policies. We realize that no one wants to build up a large bill. Therefore, we have several plans so those patients may receive complete care without undue financial difficulty. Of course, we are always happy to accept cash, your personal check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover cards. Chiropractic Center of Lakeland offers in-house financing with no interest!
Care Credit
Care Credit gives you the freedom to get your heath care whenever you’re ready. It’s easy to apply. With three simple steps, including an instant approval process, you can say goodbye to the waiting time and reward yourself sooner. CareCredit is 0% financing for up to 12 months
"On the Job" Injury (Worker's Comp)
If you are injured on the job, your care should be paid for under your employer’s Worker’s Compensation insurance. You will need to inform your employer of the accident and obtain the name and address of the carrier of their insurance. If your employer does not provide us with this information, if a settlement has not been made within 3 months, or if you suspend or terminate care, any fees and services are due immediately.
Personal Injury or Auto Accident
Please notify your auto insurance carrier of your visit to our office immediately. Notify our insurance department immediately if an attorney is representing you. Although you are ultimately responsible for your bill, we will wait for settlement of your claim for up to six months after your care is completed. Once the claim is settled or if you suspend or terminate care, any fees for services are due immediately.
Medicare
We do accept assignment from Medicare as a chiropractor cost payment option. The check is usually sent directly to our office in payment of the services that Medicare will cover, which for chiropractors is ONLY manual manipulation of the spine. Medicare pays 80% of the allowable fee once the deductible has been met. You are required to pay the deductible and the remaining 20% as well as any non-covered services. Our office completes and files the forms for Medicare at no charge.
Secondary Insurance
Please inform us of any secondary insurance you may have. We will assist you if you need help in filing.