New Patient FAQ

HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY FIRST TREATMENT?

  • Avoid arriving while feeling hungry, too full or too tired.
  • Do not drink alcohol, coffee or take pain-killers before you come.
  • Do not brush or scrape your tongue coating when you brush your teeth before your appointment.
  • Wear comfortable, loose clothing.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM MY FIRST SESSION?

  • Complete New Patient Forms(see the link at the bottom of this page) for the first visit.
  • Describe your chief concerns, history of present illness, present symptoms, and any other related questions.
  • Undergo thorough examination and tongue-pulse diagnosis for determination of your health problem.
  • Based on your holistic condition, the acupuncturist will introduce treatment plan and answer any of your questions.
  • Receive treatment of Acupuncture and/or other therapies.​

INSURANCES WE ACCEPT(specific plan’s acupuncture coverage varies):

  • In-network: Aetna, Cigna, EmblemHealth(Network: VIP Prime), Empire Plan
  • Out-network​: UnitedHealthCare, AnthemBlueCross
  • No Fault Insurance: (Liberty Mutual, Geico, etc. already used)
  • Medicare Advantage Plans

Click to print and fill out: New Patient Forms

Phone: (518)699-7178