Services & Rates

Initial Appointment (insurance)

This appointment is your initial appointment and will take 50 minutes.  Arrive 20 minutes early for paperwork.  We perform a thorough verbal intake and go over medical information.  You will also receive an acupuncture treatment during this appointment.  The same day cash pay discount is $120

Acupuncture

The Acupuncture session lasts 45 minutes.  I use SEIRIN thin Filaments during the treatment instead of the larger traditional Chinese needles.  They are the cadillac of acupuncture needles/filaments.  Most people do not feel the insertion of the filaments.  You can expect to be slightly tired or very relaxed after the treatment. 

Acupuncture is one of the most thoroughly researched, practiced, and respected forms of complementary medicine available in the United States.

According to Traditional Ancient Medicine, your overall health is determined by the quality of the Qi (energy) flow through the natural pathways of your body (meridians). Acupuncture uses a variety of techniques, including placing very thin sterile Filaments into specific points on the body, to stimulate and improve your Qi flow. The many benefits of acupuncture include:

• Pain reduction and increased mobility
• Stress relief
• Increased energy
• Relief from Chronic and Acute Illness
• Depression and Anxiety disorder relief
• Greater sense of overall health and well-being

Acupressure

Acupressure is based on one the most ancient principles of healing — that simply touching a specific point on the body will release stress and improve health in the body. In an acupressure session, I apply firm pressure directly to these "points" on your body, which relieves your muscle tension and improves your circulation. This simple and powerful technique has been shown to very effective in treating headaches, backaches, and even insomnia.  This is a great alternative for those who fear the acupuncture filaments or are very sensitive.

Herbal Prescriptions

Herbal medicine is a 2,000 year old tradition using naturally occurring substances — including herbs — to enhance one's health and vitality. As opposed to Western medicine, the foundation of this approach is to support the body's natural self-healing mechanisms and abilities.

Since each patient has different needs, I carefully select and combine a variety of herbs that will synergistically blend together to achieve optimal results for your unique situation. I prescribe high-quality, professional-grade herbal medicines that are available only to qualified licensed professionals.  I also make sure that your current medications will not conflict with your herbal prescription.

Nutritional & Lifestyle Counseling

Nutritional Counseling is included in your acupuncture session if dietary changes will give you relief from your condition or speed up the healing process.  If you want a session that is purely a dietary and lifestyle consult, the cost is $85.

Herbal Consultation

This is an examination that will be performed in order to prescribe you the correct herbal formula.  It does not include an acupuncture session.

Acupuncture Facelift

The acupuncture facelift requires 10 sessions.  You will receive the treatment 2 times per week for 5 weeks.  This is a contract service and requires you to attend all sessions to guarantee results.  The facelift is  appropriate for most people including those who have had previous cosmetic surgery, implants or injections.  This service is not appropriate for stroke victims or those who bleed easily.  There are a minimum of 30 filiments used in the face and neck during the session. 

Cupping (treatment only)

Cupping has been a part of Alternative Medicine for over 2,500 years. It relieves aches and pains, improves circulation, and also helps with respiratory and digestive issues. I simply place a specialized "cup" onto specific points on your body, and then use suction to draw your skin up into the cups. It doesn't hurt — it simply draws fresh blood to that area of your body, which facilitates the cleansing and strengthening of your Qi (energy). The end result is a greater overall sense of health and well-being.

Electroacupuncture

Electroacupuncture is a highly effective holistic treatment for pain, nausea, and chronic ailments. In practice, it is actually very similar to traditional acupuncture. Using the exact same system of Ancient Medicine, I insert very thin and sterile FILAMENTS into specific points along the meridians of your body. I then attach the filaments to a device that delivers gentle electrical pulses between two points. This helps restore the healthy flow of Qi (energy) through your body, removing any blockages and clearing out stagnant areas, thus creating a stronger and clearer experience of health and well-being.  This is a great treatment for athletic injuries as well as arthritis patients.

Pulse Diagnosis

Your pulse will be checked during every session.  One of the most common questions that patients ask about Ancient Medicine is: "Why does my practitioner check my pulse?" Pulse diagnosis is actually one of the most complex and important diagnostic techniques we use.  Through feeling and evaluating your pulse, I obtain an accurate diagnosis of your overall constitution, Qi (energy) flow, and internal organ health, among other things. I then synthesize all of this information into a highly effective and individualized treatment plan for your specific needs.

House Calls

For those who prefer I travel to them within the Denver Metro, Louisville, Broomfield, Lafayette, Erie, Boulder, Niwot, and Longmont area.  Areas outside the 5 mile radius of Louisville are charged an extra $30. 

 

Second Aid Trauma Salve

Second Aid Trauma Salve is used for recovery, Pain and Swelling with injuries, surgery recovery sites, bruises, wounds, and for pain control on muscles, tendons, broken bones, overuse, and chronic pain associated with trauma as well as arthritis.  This salve is currently on the ships for crew use with the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society "Whale Wars".  It was created to deal with a painful knee injury, and was 3 years in the making and testing process.  Can be purchased physically in the store at my office or on ETSY for mail delivery. http://www.etsy.com/listing/93102974/second-aid-trauma-salve-extra-strength

Click on the above link for ordering and ingredient listing.

Auto Accident, Workers Compensation, Payment, Insurance Billing

I bill for CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and United Healthcare.  I take FSA (Flex Spending Accounts) and HSA (Health Saving Accounts).  I also bill for Auto Accidents, Workers Compensation, and other out of network Insurance treatments.  Please call me with any questions.  You should call your insurance before an appointment to see how many treatments they allow per year, what conditions they allow treatment of,  as well as what your deductible and co-payment will be.

I will also supply you with a superbill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement upon your request.

I am qualified to take payments from your Health Savings Plan  (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) as well.

I accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

Initial Appointment (Cash, Credit Card, FSA, or HSA)

This appointment is your initial appointment and will take 50 minutes.  Arrive 20 minutes early for paperwork.  We perform a thorough verbal intake and go over medical information.  You will also receive an acupuncture treatment during this appointment.  

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