New Patients at Downs Chiropractic
Welcome to our practice! We’re so glad you decided to choose us for your healthcare needs. Our office has a comfortable, homey feel. Relax while our friendly staff helps you complete your paperwork, knowing you’re in the right space to heal. Print out the new patient paperwork from our site to expedite your visit and allow 30-60 minutes for your first visit.
The patient experience begins with your first call to our practice to schedule an initial visit. Once you come to the clinic, you’ll be greeted by a friendly face and with professional care that stands out from other offices.
NEW PATIENT FORMS
The First Visit
When you come to the office, a staff member will take you to an examination room to meet the doctor once the paperwork is complete. Our initial evaluation includes a review of your health history followed by a thorough assessment: vital signs, systems review, orthopedic, neurologic, and chiropractic tests to diagnose your condition. If necessary, diagnostic imaging or lab tests can be ordered as well.
Financial Matters
The changing landscape of health care has forced Downs Chiropractic to be selective about which insurance plans and third-party payors we do business with. The sad reality is that some insurance carriers have procedures in place designed to limit patient access. Dr. Downs has chosen to avoid plans, which, by design, interfere with the doctor/patient dynamic.
The commercial plans in which we currently participate include the following:
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
- Cigna PPO
- Cigna Open Access (City of Torrington employees only)
- ConnectiCare plans (except ConnectiCare Medicare)
- Healthy CT plans
For out-of-network plans, we discount payments made at the time of service to offer costs similar to those of an in-network provider with the following fee schedule:
- New Patient Evaluation $95.00
- Follow-Up Visits $45.00
- Acupuncture Visits $50.00
- Dry Needling (1 region) $47.00
- Dry Needling (multiple regions) $65.00
- Myofascial Release (30 minutes) $30.00
Dr. Downs is an enrolled provider in government-administrated Medicare plans. Medicare does not pay for an initial New Patient Exam, which applies to participating and non-participating chiropractic providers.
The following fee schedule is payable at the time of service:
- New Patient Medicare Exam $95.00 (non-reimbursable)
- All follow-up Medicare visits $42.22
If you have any further questions concerning Medicare, please call or email our office.
Payment Policies
Payment for services to be rendered is handled upon entry to the office to prevent congestion at the front desk and improve our office’s administrative efficiency. Patients who are unprepared to make payment on the day of service will be asked to reschedule accordingly.
Payment options include cash, personal checks, HSA cards, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover. Please speak with a staff member if you have any questions or concerns.
Isn’t It Time to Maximize Your Health?
Our team is here to help relieve your pain and restore function so you can return to doing the things that give you joy! Schedule an appointment today to get started!