Do Chiropractors Take Insurance?
If you’ve ever wondered, “Do chiropractors take insurance?”—you’re not alone. This question is top of mind for many individuals seeking chiropractic care, especially when considering the cost of healthcare as a whole. At Greater Life Chiropractic, we understand the complexities of health insurance and its role in making chiropractic care accessible. While the short answer for us is “yes, we take insurance” – we want our practice members to understand that this is a complicated question but we are here to help you understand it.
The Evolution of Chiropractic Insurance Coverage
Chiropractic care only began to gain recognition from health insurance providers in the 1980s, despite the practice existing for far longer. At this time, insurance companies generally provided coverage without much resistance, allowing more people to access chiropractic care. Not only did this help more people access chiropractic care, but it also helped to legitimize the practice – a win for everyone.
Sadly, the 1990s brought about a reversal of this progress. Health insurance companies started to impose stricter guidelines on what they would cover, and chiropractic care was on the chopping block. The restrictions meant that chiropractic services got pigeon-holed and were seen only as a solution for aches and pains, rather than a holistic approach to improving overall health and function by correcting subluxations.
This belief has unfortunately persisted and contributed to the misconception that chiropractic care is not a beneficial form of preventative healthcare.
The Current State of Insurance and Chiropractic Care
Fast forward to today, and the situation has become even more convoluted. Many chiropractors have decided to stop accepting insurance altogether because reimbursements can take hours of paperwork to receive, and they’re often inadequate amounts to cover the cost of care for chiropractic offices. As a result, fewer chiropractors are accepting insurance, which can create an additional barrier for those seeking care.
At Greater Life Chiropractic, we recognize the frustrations that come with navigating health insurance for chiropractic services. Despite these challenges, we remain committed to accepting insurance for our services. Even though insurance companies often pay less than they should, we believe that offering this option is crucial for making chiropractic care accessible to as many people as possible.
Greater Life Chiropractic Will Work with You
So, do Charlotte chiropractors take insurance?
At Greater Life Chiropractic, the answer is yes. We know that chiropractic care plays a vital role in maintaining and improving overall health, and we want to ensure that cost is not a prohibitive factor for those who need what we offer.
Dr. Grant Lisetor has always been committed to providing chiropractic care, and that means we’re willing to jump through the hoops of billing health insurance companies. A commitment to your health means that we take on these challenges so you can have the best of both worlds: chiropractic care and adequate coverage from your insurance provider.
We are happy to walk you through your insurance coverage and discuss what your payments will look like. Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions or to schedule a consultation!
Sources
“History of Chiropractic.” World Federation of Chiropractic. https://www.wfc.org/history
Plemons, C. “Does Health Insurance Cover Chiropractors?” eHealth Insurance, 2024 Feb 1. https://www.ehealthinsurance.com/resources/individual-and-family/chiropractor-coverage
