FAQ
How much will treatment cost?
For patients who pay at the time of service (before or right after treatment), a new patient appointment costs $120, and follow-up appointments are $85. We are in-network with a few insurance carriers. In-network rates vary but are less than what a patient would pay at the time of service. Out-of-network rates will be more than a patient’s expense at the time of service. We also have additional discount programs to help keep costs affordable.
What conditions do we treat?
The following is a detailed list of diseases, symptoms, and conditions for which acupuncture has demonstrated therapeutic effectiveness. Research has shown that acupuncture can help alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve overall well-being in various health issues.
What is Nature Based Medicine - Neijing
Using acupuncture needles for healing is a part of a broader system. The ancient Chinese explored the critical medical concept of blood flow in human disease by observing natural principles. In the ancient text known as the Nei Jing, these observations were recorded in a systematic medicine based on nature. In fact, we know that when blood flow is disrupted, blocked, or unbalanced, it results in poor health. Neijing Nature-Based medicine is a flexible system, permitting the principles to be applied in various ways across different therapies to achieve positive outcomes.
What is functional (root-cause) medicine?
Wheat Ridge functional medicine practitioner Dr. Mark-Ian VanOtterloo delivers a short summary on functional medicine: genes and the environment. He explains why functional medicine integrates the wisdom found in traditional medicine with modern medicine. This also qualifies why it’s a part of his practice and how it helps to treat the chronic disease epidemic.
Most common acupuncture questions…
When considering acupuncture, it's natural to have questions about the process and its effects. Some of the most common concerns include whether the treatment will be painful and what, if anything, is applied to the needles. Many people wonder if they'll experience discomfort during the insertion of the needles and if there's any medication or substance on them. Understanding these aspects can help alleviate anxiety and provide clarity about what to expect during an acupuncture session.