Aetna Chiropractic coverage varies depending on the policy and employer. Options include HMO and PPO. As a network provider, we offer full benefits for all types of plans including PPO and HMO. HMO coverage is often offered through third part HMO’s like A.S.H.P. (American Specialty Health Plan) or Other plan. We are in network for both PPO and HMO plans. No referral required for HMO benefits. Our insurance team can quickly verify benefits.
According To Aetna:
Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts that is concerned with human health and prevention of disease, and the relationship between the neuroskeletal and musculoskeletal structures and functions of the body. The primary focus of chiropractic is the relationship of the spinal column and the nervous system, as it relates to the restoration and maintenance of health. A practitioner of chiropractic is referred to as Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), Chiropractic Physician or Chiropractor.
The primary focus of the profession is the vertebral column; however, all other peripheral articular structures and adjacent tissues may be treated, depending on state chiropractic scope of practice laws.
Neuromusculoskeletal conditions commonly treated by chiropractic physicians include:
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain Sciatica
- Headaches
- Whiplash Injuries (Motor Vehicle Accident)
- Sports Injuries
- Shoulder Pain
- Elbow Pain
- Wrist Pain
- Hip Pain
- Knee Pain
- Ankle Pain
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Scoliosis
