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Your first visit

Here is what happens at your first appointment, and how to get ready for it.

What happens at your first visit

No pressure and no prepaid plans. You leave knowing what we found and what we suggest.

  1. We listen

    You tell us how the pain started, what makes it better or worse, and what you want to get back to.

  2. We examine

    We check how you move and test strength and reflexes. If something needs a physician first, we say so and help you get there.

  3. We agree a plan

    You hear what we think is going on, what treatment involves, roughly how many visits, and what it costs with your insurance. If chiropractic care is a good fit, treatment can usually start the same day.

Before you arrive

We will send you a short intake form by email after you book. Please fill it in before your visit if you can, or arrive 10 minutes early to complete it here.

Bring:

  • Your photo ID
  • Your insurance card, if you have one
  • A list of any medications you take
  • Any recent X-rays or MRI reports related to your pain

At your visit

  1. History. We ask about your symptoms, when they started, what makes them better or worse, and your general health.
  2. Exam. We check posture, movement, strength, reflexes and the areas that hurt. We only order imaging when it will change your care.
  3. Explanation. We tell you what we found and what we recommend, including how many visits we expect and what they will cost.
  4. Treatment. If you agree with the plan, we usually start the same day.

Paying for care

We accept most major insurance plans and Medicare. We verify your benefits before your first visit so you know your costs in advance. If you do not have insurance, ask us about our self-pay rates.

Insurance and cost

We verify your benefits before your first visit and tell you any out-of-pocket cost up front.

Don't see your plan? Call (334) 555-0142 and we'll check your coverage.

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Tricare

Common questions

How long is the first appointment?

Plan for about an hour. Follow-up visits are usually 20 to 30 minutes.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes you can move in, such as athletic wear. There is no need to undress for most treatments.

Ready to feel better? Book a visit in Dothan.

New patients are welcome, and most first visits include treatment the same day.

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