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9832 N. Hayden Road Suite 215 Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Tel: (602) 672 9225 |
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Frequently Asked Questions Q: What does it take to be an Licensed Acupuncturist?A: The minimum requirements for a Licensed Acupuncturist in Arizona are 1,850 hours of training plus a NCCAOM certification in Acupuncture. California license requires a minimum of 3,000 hours of study in curriculum and passing of California |
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licensing exam. Those who have passed
the California licensing exam can be licensed in most other
states, but not the other way around. To meet the requirements
for a Licensed Acupuncturist, most likely one has to go to a TCM school for 3-4 years after having acquired the equivalent of
all pre-med coursework. Q: What should I be aware of before each acupuncture treatment? A: Acupuncture is one of the safest medical procedures. There are very little side-effects associated with it when it is done by well-trained professionals. To achieve maximum results, you want to make sure that you are not hungry, thirsty, or extremely exhausted before acupuncture treatments. Q: How much does the visit cost? A: At Willow Pond acupuncture clinic you are charged a flat fee of $65 per office visit for acupuncture, $45 for a herbal consultation, and $70 for a 45 minute Tuina session. This price includes all appropriate services, consultation, assessments, diagnoses, and treatments (except herbs or other products). There are no hidden charges, no padded fees, and no surprises with your bill. Q: How do I make a payment? A: We accept cash or check for our services. If a patient has insurance coverage, we can provide super bills for their insurance claims. Q: How long is a visit? A: The first visit is typically an hour and a half depending on your needs and the condition you want treated. Download the forms by clicking here to avoid taking the time to fill them out on your first visit. Subsequent visits are typically about an hour or can be as short as 30 minutes depending on your condition. Q: How do I get to Willow Pond? A: Willow Pond Scottsdale acupunture clinic is on the NW corner of Mountain View and Hayden, in an office complex called "Hayden Square". For a map and detailed directions, please click here. Q: How many treatments will it take to see results? A: Acute conditions typically respond more quickly, sometimes being completely resolved in a single treatment. Chronic conditions will likely take longer, sometimes taking weeks or months to get substantial results. |
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