Pre-Appointment Preparation:

• Upon scheduling your New Patient appointment, we will also schedule out 6 weeks of care. The goal is to plan 2 adjustments a week for 6 weeks. This is due to our tight schedule and to make sure you have the best care possible.  

• We also require $50 non-refundable deposit for the first appointment. When you come in for care, this is used toward any copay or coinsurance that you may owe. 

• We are in-network with most insurance companies. We are happy to check and verify coverage per your insurance plan. Please have your insurance card available when you call, as we do this prior to your first visit. 

• We ask that you bring any recent x-rays, MRIs, or CAT Scans that are related to any spinal problems you may be suffering from. 

• You will receive an email with a link for you to fill out your new patient paperwork. Please complete 48 hours prior to your appointment.  All history is helpful in this assessment as it will provide context for the evaluation. 

• Please arrive at the exam 15 minutes early so that we can process your paperwork. Doing so allows us to reach our goal of remaining on schedule with our appointments which respect both your time and ours. 

1) Patient Forms:

Upon entering our office, we will help you to get settled. You will need to complete any additional paperwork, providing us with your health history and information, as well as the information needed for our records system. Please complete the New Patient forms and consents through the link emailed to you 48 hours before your appointment or allow an additional 20 minutes prior to your visit to complete in the office. 

2) Consultation:

Your first visit will include a consultation with the doctor to discuss your health-related problems, concerns, and potential treatment options. This initial time is designed for Dr. Cheris to learn more about you, your condition, and expectations to determine how chiropractic care can meet your goals. 

3) Examination:

After your consultation, the doctor will perform a complete chiropractic examination testing your spinal health. Some of the tests we utilize are: 

• Postural assessments 

• Facilitative pattern palpation 

• Range of motion evaluation 

• Motion palpation 

• Neurological and Orthopedic tests 

 Depending on your specific condition, we may refer you to x-rays. X-rays can help us develop the most effective care plan for you and alert us of any serious spinal conditions. Most people are amazed once they see their x-rays up close. In some cases, they can even identify their misalignments and degeneration themselves. 

We do not automatically x-ray every patient. 

Good faith estimate:

• You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. • Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.

• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. • Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

“Cash” Prices:

• Our New Patient Appointment includes your life history, exam, your first adjustment, and your Report of Findings during your second appointment in which the doctor will go over your personalized care plan. The total for this visit will be $290. Every adjustment after that will be a total of $110.00 per visit. These amounts are due at the time of service. We also offer discounted packaged care plans that we would love to talk about in person if you are interested!