Your First Visit to Elevate Sport and Spine

Before your visit

• •Book by calling 423-239-9122 or online. We see patients by appointment only; no walk-ins.
• •No referral needed. You never need a referral to see a chiropractor.
• •We check your insurance benefits before you come in. We're in network with BlueCross BlueShield and Medicare and accept HSA and FSA cards. Insurance and payment
• •New patient forms are emailed after you book. You can fill them out at home or when you arrive.
• •Car accident? Tell us when you book so we can sort out coverage. Auto accident care

What to bring

• •Insurance card and photo ID
• •A list of your medications and any past surgeries
• •Reports from any recent X-rays, MRIs or doctor visits for this problem
• •Comfortable clothes you can move in
• •For patients under 18, a parent or guardian

What happens at your first visit (30 to 45 minutes)

1. 1.Consultation. Dr. Douglas goes through your history, what's going on now, what you've already tried, and what you want to get back to.
2. 2.Exam. A physical and movement exam, plus nerve, strength and orthopedic tests as needed.
3. 3.X-rays, only if needed. We have X-ray on site, so if imaging is clinically warranted you won't have to go elsewhere.
4. 4.Report of findings. Dr. Douglas explains what he found in plain language, what he recommends, how often, and what it should cost. If chiropractic care isn't the right fit, he'll tell you and point you to the right provider.
5. 5.Treatment, if appropriate. Often you can start care the same day.

New patient exam: $59

Your first visit includes the consultation, exam, any X-rays you need, and the report of findings for $59. If you're using insurance, we'll explain how your plan handles it before you come in.

Follow-up visits

Follow-ups take 15 to 30 minutes depending on the services you need. Progress is re-checked regularly, and your plan changes as you improve. For athletes and active adults who want supervised rehab, Performance Care packages of 30-minute visits are also available.