Patient Resources
Payments and Insurance:
Animas Chiropractic is now in-network with United Healthcare, and Medicare (Part B). If you have any questions or intend on using your insurance going forward, please provide your card at your next appointment so we can review your chiropractic benefits.
Please note, dry needling is not a service that is covered by any insurance plan and is a cash-only service. Shockwave therapy is not covered by most insurance plans. A superbill can be provided at the time of service.
If we are not an “in-network” provider, we are happy to provide you with a superbill upon request and can accept HSA for payment.
Don’t see the answer to your question below? Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located?
1305 Escalante Dr, Suite 206
Durango CO, 81303
Located above Sunnyside Market, within Animas Natural Health, which provides access to an infra-red sauna.
How long is a typical appointment?
New patient appointments take approximately 30-45 minutes. Follow up appointments are usually 15 minutes, but they can be up to 30 minutes if the doctor specifies or if you choose to add on more therapies such as KT taping or Dry Needling.
What insurance do you take?
Animas Chiropractic is is now in-network with United Healthcare, and Medicare (Part B)
All services are cash, however we are happy to provide you with a superbill or accept your HSA for payment.
What should I wear?
Athletic clothing is preferred but don’t stress out if you’re coming in work attire or your cycling kit!. We have on-site community tops and shorts if the doctor needs to reach a specific area for dry needling, taping or soft tissue work. We promise we wash them every time someone wears them!
What is a "superbill"?
A superbill is an itemized form which details services provided to a patient. Once given a superbill, the patient can then submit it to their insurance company as reimbursement for services you’ve already paid to the provider.
What is your cancellation policy?
Your appointment time is reserved just for you. A late cancellation or missed visit leaves a hole in the physician’s day that could have been filled by another patient. As such, we require 24 hours notice for any cancellations or changes to your appointment. Patients who provide less than 24 hours notice, or miss their appointment, will be charged a cancellation fee.
About Shockwave Treatment
What is "shockwave"?
This treatment is widely used to address acute and chronic pain in muscles, tendons, and joints. The mechanical stimulus provided by Acoustic Compression Therapy improves circulation and relieves pain, playing essential roles in the healing process.
How long are the sessions?
The treatment takes around 10 to 20 minutes.
How many sessions will I need?
Most patients notice a change after the first visit, but generally we recommend 6-8 visits for common ailments such as plantar fasciitis or tendinopathies.
Does it hurt?
Most patients report some discomfort during shockwave therapy, but most do not find it painful. The amount of discomfort depends in part on the person, their injury, and whether the damaged tissues are close to a bone.
What conditions does it treat?
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis and golfer’s elbow (lateral + medial epicondylitis)
- Greater trochanteric pain syndrome, hip bursitis
- Medial tibial stress syndrome
- Shoulder/Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
- **Acoustic Compression Therapy has been found useful in cases where pain without a known cause exists, often associated with myofascial trigger points. Patients experiencing this type of pain have found relief through Acoustic Compression Therapy.
Will my insurance cover it?
Shockwave therapy is not covered by most insurance plans. A superbill can be provided at the time of service.