A first visit usually takes around 30 to 45 minutes, a second visit about 30 and a regular visit 10 to 15. Below is each one, in order. To set yours, call (814) 235-9400.
A first visit usually takes around 30 to 45 minutes.
The front desk at the office, where your visit starts.
1
Paperwork and insurance
There is some paperwork to fill out. Give your insurance card or insurance information to Dr. Casteel's assistants. If you were hurt in a car accident, bring your auto claim details too.
2
A first look at chiropractic
When the paperwork is done, you go into a room to go over some basic information about chiropractic.
3
History and exam
Dr. Casteel reviews your case history and examines you. He takes any spinal x-rays that are necessary.
4
An adjustment, maybe
An adjustment may or may not be done at this visit. It depends on your circumstances.
5
Schedule your next visit
You are then escorted to the front desk to schedule your next visit.
Your second visit
About 30 min
The total time runs about 30 minutes.
A treatment room at the office.
1
A short talk
You go into a room for some brief information on how the spine should look and what to expect from chiropractic care.
2
Your findings
Dr. Casteel goes over the results of your case history, your exam and your x-rays with you.
3
Your adjustment
He then performs a chiropractic adjustment to address those findings.
4
Report of findings
After the adjustment he reviews a report of findings and tells you how often he recommends coming for care. Then he answers your questions.
5
Front desk
You are escorted to the front desk to schedule your next visit and to talk through your insurance or any financial plans for future care.
A typical office visit
10 to 15 min
The total time is about 10 to 15 minutes.
An adjusting chair at the office.
1
Straight to your adjustment
Once the first visits have covered the preliminary information, visits focus on a series of specific chiropractic adjustments. You go to one of the adjustment rooms, where Dr. Casteel performs the spinal adjustment.
2
A short rest
Afterward you are asked to rest for a set time.
3
Front desk
You are then escorted to the front desk to go over your future appointments.
Before your first visit
What new patients ask first.
Will I be adjusted at my first visit?
Maybe. An adjustment may or may not be done at your first visit, depending on your circumstances. Dr. Casteel reviews your case history and examines you first. At your second visit he goes over his findings with you and performs an adjustment.
Will you take x-rays?
At your first visit Dr. Casteel reviews your case history, examines you and takes any spinal x-rays that are necessary. At your second visit he reviews the x-ray findings with you.
What should I bring?
Bring your insurance card or insurance information. It goes to Dr. Casteel's assistants along with your paperwork. If you were hurt in a car accident, bring your auto claim details too.
Will my insurance cover my visits?
Many plans, including most major commercial plans, Medicare and auto insurance PIP coverage, include chiropractic benefits. The office asks you to check your plan, and the front desk can help you do that. At your second visit you can also talk through your insurance or any financial plans for future care. To check yours, call (814) 235-9400.
Do I need a referral?
Call the front desk and ask whether you need a referral. To set your first visit, call (814) 235-9400.
Will it hurt?
Before any adjustment Dr. Casteel evaluates you, and he chooses techniques to suit your needs, your health history and your comfort level, including gentler ones such as Flexion Distraction.
Insurance, in plain words
Coverage depends on your plan. Call and we'll check yours with you.
