How do I get reimbursed by health care insurance when seeing a Holistic doctor?
Reimbursement will depend on what type of insurance plan you have. Most Holistic doctors cannot practice under the HMO model, however many PPO or POS plans will reimburse some percentage of the doctor’s fee. Be sure to check with your plan and with the doctor’s office before your visit. Remember, the money you spend on a Holistic doctor’s services can be thought of as your real health insurance. Don’t let dependence on an insurance plan keep you from getting the help you need. If your car needed a tune up, who would you ask to pay? Likewise, if you have recurrent or chronic health problems, and are not happy with the care you are receiving in the current system; don’t limit your thinking to what your insurance company will cover. Insurance companies are slow to change, but asking if they cover Holistic services will at least serve to notify them that you, the customer, is interested in something different. One option to consider is increasing the deductible on your policy (keeping your
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