Upon receiving her (first – she’s a new patient) billing statement, one patient looked at the adjustments column and said “What’s this?” 

I told her that they are the contractual adjustments I make because I am an in-network provider with her insurance.  She was incensed – not at me, at the tiny tiny amount the insurance companies feel acupuncture is worth.  She asked some other questions, like why I didn’t change my rates.  I pointed out that even if I did change my fees, all that would happen is that I would have to write off larger amounts. 

It really did my heart good to have a patient get so upset on my behalf.

 I love what I do & I have the BEST patients!  Thanks to all of you.

For more and more patients, insurance coverage for acupuncture is the make or break deciding factor.  I am pleased to announce that, through OptumHealth Physical Health of California, I will be a participating acupuncture provider for the following companies beginning 16th January 2010.

Great-West Healthcare
Health Allies
Medical Resource LLC
Secure Horizons
PacifiCare Health Systems
United Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
Spring Hill School
Easy Choice Health Plan

I remain an in-network provider for Blue Shield of California.

If your health care coverage is with any of these plans, or any other, I encourage you to make 2010 the year you take control of your health.  Call to make an appointment and let acupuncture/traditional oriental medicine assist you toward radiant good health.