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In Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia

Insurance & Payments

 

 

 

 

 

Please contact your insurance company to find out whether they cover acupuncture. Some insurance companies cover a percentage of the cost, however, all plans vary. Therefore, it is difficult to give a general statement about what procedures can be covered. Most patients are required to submit a medical referral from their physician to their insurance company. Please ask your insurer if you need this form.  Remember that information given by your insurance may not be a guarantee of payment because all claims are subject to review for medical necessity and contract coverage.

Ms. Westhauser is a preferred provider for Blue Cross/ Blue Shield.

 

 

The processing of insurance claims can be at best a daunting and vexing ordeal. We make every attempt to ease the process of insurance reimbursement for our patients. In-house billing rather than the use of an outside agency allows us to provide personal, hands-on services concerning billing issues. Our attention to detail and knowledge of the insurance industry means claims will be filled accurately, correctly coded and processed in a timely manner. We pride ourselves on the individual attention we are able to provide our patients; however, it is important to note that questions related to your specific coverage must be directed to your provider. 

If you receive a bill from us that you have questions about, please compare it to the explanation of benefits that your insurance company provides you for a more detailed explanation of their payment.   

In an ongoing process of keeping our database updated, patients should be able to provide documentation of continued insurance enrollment at the time of each visit (i.e. your current insurance card) in order to receive services and benefits. If you cannot provide documentation and still wish to be seen, you may be asked to pay-in-full for all, sevices rendered at the time of your appointment. When the plan participation is subsequently confirmed, fees will be promptly refunded. It is the patient's responsibility to keep our office informed of any changes in plan particiaption or coverage. 

 

 

 

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