Massage Therapy
Clinical massage therapy has proven to be an important component of health care and a valuable compliment to chiropractic treatment. We are pleased to make this available in our clinic.
Though relaxation may certainly be a part of your experience, the goal of clinical massage therapy is different than a relaxation massage that you may experience in a spa. Through techniques such as deep tissue massage, trigger point work, myofascial release, and stretching, clinical therapy is intended to rehabilitate, reduce stress and strain, and improve function.
Massage may be effective in treating a variety of muscle, join, and pain complaints including repetitive stress injuries (carpal tunnel), neck and back tension, headache, jaw pain, shoulder and hip pain, and sciatica.
We currently have three massage therapists on staff. Our therapists are certified, experienced, and collaborate with the doctors to ensure they are providing the most appropriate and effective care. More details about the massage therapists can be found on the Practitioners page.
Appointments are available from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday - Friday.
Fees
Charges for massage therapy services are as follows:
half-hour (30 minute) session is $40
one-hour (60 minute) session is $80
There is a time-of-service discount for the 60 minute session. If paid with cash or check the charge is $65. This does not apply to debit or credit card payments, if we are billing insurance, or if we must for any reason bill the patient. It is strictly a time-of-service cash discount.
Payment for massage therapy is expected at time of service, including co-pays, coinsurance, and deductible.
Note: Massage therapy is billed with CPT code 97124 in 15 minute units. A 60 minute massage will appear as 4 units on insurance claims.
Insurance
Our massage therapists are contracted with most major insurance companies. For example:
Aetna
Cigna
Premera Blue Cross
Regence Blue Shield
Uniform Medical Plan
They are not credentialed with Medicare or Medicaid. Medicare does not cover massage therapy treatment.
Please check the requirements of your insurance benefits policy to determine what your massage benefits are and if you need a referral prior to treatment. Although our providers may be contracted, that does not necessarily mean your policy covers massage therapy benefits.
Massage therapy is also available for personal injury and worker's compensation (L&I) claims.
Forms
New patients will need to complete the following paperwork before their first visit. You may print these forms, complete, and bring with you to your first massage therapy appointment.
Massage Instruction Sheet (for patient use only)
Massage Information and Policies (must be initialed, signed and dated)
Massage New Patient Questionnaire/Intake Form (must be completed, signed and dated)
Please also bring your insurance card along with your paperwork if we will be billing insurance. Thank you.
