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Have questions about chiropractic billing or insurance? Learn about payment options, coverage, costs, and what to expect when paying for chiropractic care. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Insurance and Billing Why doesn’t Health insurance cover Maintenance and Supportive Chiropractic care? A more accurate name for health insurance would be “crisis insurance” or “sickness insurance”. They cover care to get a person out of crisis, but are not set up to enable a person to reach and maintain good health. Insurances cover the initial portion of care to improve your condition. The fine print of insurance policies and/or contracts between insurance companies and chiropractors clarifies that care needs to be “medically necessary” to be covered by the insurance. Around fifteen visits for a new condition can be considered “medically necessary” depending on severity of the condition. Beyond this number of visits, care falls into a “stabilizing”, “maintenance”, or occasionally a “supportive” classification. Insurances do not pay for maintenance or wellness care. This is periodic tune-up treatments to maintain the health of the spine and nervous system. This allows your body to maintain and heal itself as well as possible and reduces the likelihood of pain returning. Insurances do not pay for supportive care. This is care where there is no significant expected improvement even if continued care is keeping the patient from becoming worse. This would be people with severe pain and flare-ups who have to come in for care frequently but are not expected to significantly improve. Once the maximum therapeutic benefit has been achieved, continuing chiropractic care is not considered medically necessary and thus is not covered. Preventative or Maintenance therapy is not considered medically necessary. Chiropractic Therapy is considered to be “maintenance” and not medically necessary if any of the following apply: Patient is not experiencing pain or is considered asymptomatic  Patient is not progressing toward goals or reasonable progress cannot be expected  Treatment seeks to prevent disease, promote health, or prolong the quality of life Frequently Asked Questions Why don’t insurances pay for stabilizing, maintenance, or supportive care? Just like with your MD, insurance will cover any treatment to get you out of “crisis mode”. If your MD prescribes you medication and lifestyle changes, insurance will cover that medication (sometimes), but will NOT cover the cost to you for those lifestyle changes. Insurance is not here to make sure you live an optimally healthy life or to make sure it takes care of your day to day needs. It is here help if you are in severe pain or in a health crisis. Why can’t we just keep sending care in to the insurance and see if they cover it? It is the doctor’s responsibility to submit claims to insurances according to contracts between providers and insurances. A post-payment audit months or years after care is provided could be performed where a representative of the insurance would review the documentation and decide if the care provided was “medically necessary”. If the insurance representative decides care doesn’t meet the required standard, payments made to the doctor could be required to be paid back to the insurance by the provider. In some situations this could even result in accusations of fraud against the care provider. How do I know when my care switches back to being covered by my health insurance? Your care could be submitted to your health insurance again if you have a significant new condition such as a fall, car accident, or flareup requiring an exam and plan of care involving 2-3 visits per week for at least three weeks. INSURANCE We accept nearly all major insurance plans. Call the office to see if your insurance is accepted. We accept Cash, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, Flex Spending and HSA. If you would like to use a Flex Spending Account to pay for your appointment, please contact your benefits or HR department to make sure that your treatment is an approved service.

Pediatric chiropractic care focused on supporting healthy child development, movement, coordination, posture, spinal health, and overall wellness from infancy through childhood. Pediatric Chiropractic Pediatric Chiropractic Pediatric Chiropractic Pediatric Chiropractic Do you have a growing baby? An energetic toddler? Little ones benefit from regular chiropractic care too! Especially active babies experiencing the aches and pains of “growth spurts.” At True Vitality KC we promise to provide satisfactory chiropractic care geared specifically toward the needs of your child. Is chiropractic care safe for kids? Chiropractic care is safe for children. Dr. Giles specializes in pediatric techniques, ensuring appropriate care from infancy through the teen years. Regular adjustments promote healthy growth, preventing spine-related issues in adulthood. How often should my child visit the chiropractor? Children should visit when experiencing pain, chronic issues like asthma, or for routine adjustments to maintain spinal alignment. Regular visits, especially during growth spurts, prevent serious musculoskeletal problems and mundane issues like back strain from heavy backpacks. Can a chiropractor improve my child's athletic performance? Yes! Our care helps children perform better academically and physically by relieving pain and improving nerve signaling. Techniques relieve strains and nerve compressions, restoring neural communication and reducing inflammation, allowing athletes to train effectively without overstraining their spine.

Looking for prenatal or deep tissue massage in Kansas City? Enjoy personalized massage therapy designed to ease muscle tension, support relaxation, and promote wellness. MASSAGE THERAPY MASSAGE THERAPY MASSAGE THERAPY MASSAGE THERAPY At True Vitality KC, we offer massage therapy for so much more than prenatal and postpartum. Massages are great for: - Alleviating chronic pain and tension - Recovering from athletics or injury - Maintaining peak performance - Recovering from pregnancy and postpartum - Lowering anxiety and stress - Improving sleep and relaxation What are the benefits of prenatal and postpartum massage? Prenatal and postpartum massage offers numerous benefits for women experiencing pregnancy-related changes. Massage promotes circulation, relieves muscle strain and stress, reduces swelling, alleviates morning sickness, and fosters relaxation, aiding in overall health and wellness adjustment to new responsibilities. How can massage therapy aid in post-pregnancy recovery and health improvement? Postpartum massage helps new mothers alleviate stress, pain, and stiffness, enhancing circulation and releasing built-up fluids. It stimulates the production of serotonin, uplifting mood and combating postpartum blues, supporting physical and emotional well-being during the recovery phase. What occurs during a prenatal massage session? During prenatal massage, therapists address specific symptoms by using special cushions for belly support and selecting appropriate techniques. Focus areas include relieving lower back pain, reducing leg swelling, alleviating nausea, and addressing other pregnancy-related discomforts, ensuring a tailored and comfortable experience.

Looking for a low back pain chiropractor in Kansas City? Get personalized chiropractic care focused on mobility, spinal health, function, and relief from back pain. Low back pain Low back pain Low back pain Low back pain Do you think sick days are the main cause of absence? Think again…Low back pain is one of the most common causes of medical visits and missed days from work and school. At True Vitality KC, patients in and around Kansas City, MO, receive complete care for their low back pain, including chiropractic care, massage therapy, and other techniques based on their specific needs and symptoms. What can I do to prevent low back pain from occurring? To prevent low back pain, consider routine chiropractic adjustments for spinal alignment maintenance. Additionally, focus on weight loss, physical activity, proper lifting techniques, and regular breaks from prolonged sitting. What causes lower back pain? Low back pain is prevalent due to the spine bearing significant weight and facing daily strain. Common causes include repetitive use injuries, herniated discs, arthritis, spinal diseases, poor posture, accidents, obesity, and pregnancy. Comprehensive evaluation ensures appropriate treatment.Preventing lower back pain involves routine chiropractic care, weight management, and proper posture. Common causes include repetitive strain, herniated discs, and poor ergonomics. A comprehensive evaluation ensures targeted treatment for each patient's specific needs, promoting a pain-free lifestyle.

Looking for prenatal chiropractic care? Our gentle approach supports comfort, mobility, and spinal health throughout pregnancy, helping expecting mothers feel their best. Prenatal Chiropractic Prenatal Chiropractic Prenatal Chiropractic Prenatal Chiropractic Expecting? Pregnancy brings bodily changes and stress on muscles, nerves, & organs. Dr. Julian Giles offers specialized care for pain relief during pregnancy at True Vitality KC, Kansas City, MO. What are the benefits of chiropractic care during pregnancy? Chiropractic care during pregnancy offers various benefits, including alleviating nerve compressions and related issues, reducing nausea, back, neck, and joint pain, and shortening the duration of labor. Is chiropractic care safe during pregnancy? Yes! Our chiropractic care is safe during pregnancy. Dr. Giles provides certified adjustments using methods like the Webster Technique, ensuring safety and comfort for expecting mothers without undue stress on the belly. What is the Webster Technique and how does it help? The Webster Technique is a chiropractic method that balances the pelvis, reducing stress on the uterus and its supporting ligaments. This optimization of pelvic balance can help the baby assume the correct position, reducing the risk of breech birth and making labor less stressful for both mother and baby.

We are here for you! Pediatric and Prenatal services, Personalized care. Your health and comfort mean everything to you, which means it means everything to us! Our massage and chiropractic care were built and centered for you. It is our mission that you leave feeling and knowing that you are our highest priority. TRUE VITALITY KC CHIROPRACTIC AND MASSAGE About Us Our Story Dr. Julian always knew he wanted to make a positive change in people's health. After working in and observing different fields of medicine and health he found a calling in chiropractic. Soon after graduating from Cleveland Chiropractic College, he was joined on this path to better healthcare by his now-wife Shannon, a holistic health coach and massage therapist. As they settled into their practice they found there was a huge need for holistic care for families, especially pregnant mothers and infants. Dr. Julian then went back to school to learn better how to approach helping mothers and infants and became certified by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP) through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA). Today their practice is well known for their patient-oriented, family-centered, personalized health. He and his staff approach each new or existing patient with tailored help for their health and comfort. At True Vitality KC, we understand that each and every person is unique, which means your healthcare has to be personalized to connect with your needs. Here, we will meet you where you are in your health journey and help you get to where you want to be. Our highest goal is to help you achieve real health and lasting comfort. What are you waiting for? Find your True Vitality. What Our Patients Say I truly believe that Dr. Giles and his specialized prenatal adjustments were a critical part of my healthcare while pregnant, and is still essential postpartum as well. Not only is he an excellent provider of chiropractic care, he is also an experienced father that is incredibly understanding as a parent and knowledgeable for what new moms may be going through. All of the staff are friendly and helpful, making the entire experience relaxing and therapeutic when stress is high. Jess R. Services What we offer does not matter as much as how we offer it. Each and every treatment is different depending on the patient we are working on. We are here to meet you where you are with your pain, how comfortable you are with what we are doing, and how far or how much you need or want done that day. We want you to know you are completely in charge of your care here. Here we take on your health at your pace. Let's begin! Prenatal Chiropractic Pediatric Chiropractic Low Back Pain Sports Injury Headaches And Migraines Massage Therapy Therapies TREATMENTS INSURANCE We accept nearly all major insurance plans. Call the office to see if your insurance is accepted. We accept Cash, Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover and Flex Spending. If you would like to use a Flex Spending Account to pay for your appointment, please contact your benefits or HR department to make sure that your treatment is an approved service. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

Chiropractic care for headaches and migraines, with a focus on identifying musculoskeletal factors that may contribute to pain and tension. Discover personalized care for lasting wellness. HEADACHES & MIGRAINES HEADACHES & MIGRAINES HEADACHES & MIGRAINES HEADACHES & MIGRAINES Headaches and migraines aren’t just uncomfortable - they interfere with a person’s normal activities, not to mention their quality of life. The team at True Vitality KC uses a combination of chiropractic treatment and therapeutic massage to relieve symptoms of all types of headaches, including tension headaches and migraines. What are the most common causes of migraines and chronic headaches? Headaches stem from various factors like:- Chronic tension - Poor posture - Sitting for long periods - Nerve compression in the neck or upper back - Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder - Slip-and-fall accidents or other traumatic injuries - Allergies or sensitivities to foods or medications - Overuse or strain involving the muscles in the neck or back - Being too inactive - Certain medications - Some medical conditions, including hypertension A comprehensive chiropractic evaluation is vital for identifying the underlying cause. How do we relieve migraine and chronic headache pain? Chiropractic adjustments realign the spine, easing nerve compression and restoring signaling to relieve pain. Massage enhances circulation, releases toxins, and targets muscle knots, aiding tension release and promoting relaxation. Lifestyle guidance helps patients identify and avoid triggers. What symptoms are associated with migraines? Migraines present severe pain, often on one side of the head, accompanied by nausea, sensitivity to light or sound, and visual disturbances like tunnel vision. Chiropractic care and massage therapy offer effective relief by addressing nerve and circulation issues, preventing recurrence.

True Vitality KC is a chiropractic and massage clinic specializing in prenatal, chiropractic and family care. We look forward to meeting you! HELLO! Getting to know you as a person is the foundation of True Vitality KC and for all of our treatments. Before we get to know you, we think it's fair that you get familiar with us! OUR TOP THREE VALUES AS A TEAM AND BUSINESS! 01 Family-Oriented Why are we family-oriented? Family represents communication, patience, love, and commitment. Besides being a family-run business we believe this is what truly makes or breaks a business. Because dealing with pain is not always an easy journey, it takes patience, commitment, communication, and most importantly a little TLC [tender loving care). WE are committed to being that family-framed business for you as you take on your health and comfort one step at a time. 02 Patient-Centered As a business made to help a patient's health, who should be most important? The patient of course! While this might seem like a no-brainer, many health practices tend to neglect the actual patient. From cookie-cutter methods for each person to making the patient feel unheard or misunderstood. At our office, we hear you and understand you. We know each patient is unique, with special desires and dream outcomes. We see you as more than a file or time on a schedule. When you become a patient, you become family. 03 Holistic Care Holistic care is the method of approaching health as a whole. Holistic care says you are healthiest when you are sound in spirit, mind, and body - when everything is up to par, when all of you is working together, and when your energy is flowing smoothly in your favor. Whether you are coming in because you can't sleep, or you are struggling with headaches, back pain, or anxiety, we work on the whole of you, balancing you, and correcting what is off so that we can solve your current issues and catch your future issues before they manifest. Meet the Team! Dr. Julian Giles D.C. Dr. Julian is the heart of this business. He is passionate about making a difference in the heart of KC for all families and patients alike! It doesn't matter what kind of day it is, he will always show up for you! Dr. Julian is specialized in prenatal (including Webster's Technique), postpartum, pediatric and sports chiropractic care. Shannon Giles LMT/Office Manager Shannon has always loved helping others reach healing, comfort, and relaxation. She is a massage therapist here at True Vitality KC and, as the business has grown, she has stepped into the role of office manager. She is the one responsible for keeping things running smoothly, allowing for a peaceful, home-like feel in our office. Kara Kanatzar LMT In a crazy world and stressful environment, Kara loves hitting pause for you! Kara is gifted in deep tissue work, cupping and relaxation as well as prenatal massage. In her practice, she creates that moment of quiet and deep healing you are searching for.

Chiropractic care for sports injuries and everyday pain, supporting mobility, function, and recovery. Personalized care for athletes and active individuals of all ages. SPORTS INJURY SPORTS INJURY SPORTS INJURY SPORTS INJURY Sports injuries will take a toll on your musculoskeletal and nervous systems, resulting in pain and other symptoms including reduced range of motion. The team at True Vitality KC is equipped to treat all sorts of sports injuries for patients in Kansas City, MO, using state-of-the-art approaches like kinesio taping and the Graston technique. What are the most common causes of sports injuries? Sports injuries often result from direct impacts or twisting motions, causing strains on muscles, joints, and soft tissues. Indirect-impact injuries can lead to inflammation and nerve compression, affecting performance and health. Our treatment for sports injuries involves various approaches, including adjustments, massage, therapeutic exercises, and specialized techniques like Graston and Kinesio taping. These methods aim to address the root cause of the injury and promote healing while providing support to the affected area. What is Kinesio taping? Kinesio taping utilizes flexible cloth tape to support injured areas during healing while allowing athletes to remain active. The tape's flexibility prevents muscle stiffness and promotes circulation and lymphatic drainage, aiding in faster recovery. Application is tailored to the injury site, offering continuous support. What is the Graston technique? The Graston technique utilizes specialized instruments to address trigger points and muscle knots, mobilizing soft tissues and restoring normal function. Often used alongside chiropractic adjustments or massage, it stimulates circulation and accelerates healing, benefiting both acute and chronic conditions.

True Vitality KC is a family centered chiropractic practice serving the Kansas City area since 2014. We specialize in prenatal, pediatric, postpartum, and family chiropractic care, providing personalized, gentle care designed to support the health and well-being of patients through every stage of life. WHAT SETS US APART? Most chiropractic procedures are cookie-cutter and most treatments copy-and-paste. Here at True Vitality KC, we like to go off the beaten path because we know that customizing the treatments to your needs will always provide quicker results. Our Treatments Our Treatments Our Treatments Our Treatments Prenatal Chiropractic Pediatric Chiropractic Low Back Pain Sports Injury Headaches And Migraines Massage Therapy Therapies

THERAPIES THERAPIES THERAPIES THERAPIES At True Vitality KC, we offer many therapies that com pliment chiropractic and massage Decompression Therapy What is Decompression Therapy? Decompression therapy utilizes a low force, mechanical traction pull on either the neck or low back to help open up and create more space between the vertebrae of the spine. This increased space can help reduce pressure on the intervertebral discs and spinal nerves and can also help reduce tension in the muscles of the spine. What conditions does Decompression Therapy help with? Decompression therapy can help with a few specific conditions. These conditions can include: Disc protrusions, Degenerative disc disease Nerve root compression Facet joint pathology Muscle spasm. Laser Therapy What is laser therapy? Laser therapy helps to work with your body’s natural healing processes, working to improve circulation, drawing water, oxygen, and nutrients to the damaged area to create an optimal healing environment and work to reduce inflammation. What can laser therapy help with? Laser therapy can help with a wide variety of conditions, including but not limited to: Musculoskeletal injuries Sprains/Strains Muscle spasms Post operative pain and healing Acute and chronic pain conditions Shockwave Therapy What is Shockwave Therapy? Extracorporeal Focused Shockwave Therapy, or Shockwave, is a therapy that utilizes high energy acoustic waves to trick your body into thinking your chronic issue is an acute injury- causing your body to increase blood flow, collagen synthesis and tissue repair to the area. It is meant promote the cells and your body's natural intrinsic healing mechanisms. Shockwave is usually utilized in patient cases where they have chronic pain. What can Shockwave treat? Shockwave can treat a variety of myofascial conditions. These conditions can include: Shoulder pain/Calcific tendonitis Epicondylitis Tendonitis Tibial Stress Syndrome Plantar Fasciitis Achilles Tendinopathy

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