Today, acupuncturists undertake three to four years of extensive and comprehensive graduate training at nationally certified schools. All acupuncturists must pass a national exam and meet strict guidelines to practice in every state.

Acupuncture is extremely safe. It is an all-natural, drug-free therapy, yielding no side effects just feelings of relaxation and well-being. There is little danger of infection from acupuncture needles because they are sterile, used once, and then discarded.

• Write down and bring any questions you have. We are here to help you.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing for easy access to acupuncture points.
• Do not eat large meals just before or after
  your visit.
• Refrain from overexertion, working out, drugs or alcohol for up to six hours after the visit.
• Avoid stressful situations. Make time to relax, and be sure to get plenty of rest.
• Between visits, take notes of any changes that may have occurred, such as the alleviation of pain, pain moving to other areas, or changes in the frequency and type of problems.

We Accept Insurance for Acupuncture in NYC

Benson acupuncture accept most insurance for acupuncture, provided that there is acupuncture coverage under your plan. We are one of the few acupuncture clinics in New York City that can accept most of the major insurances company.  We eliminate the stress and frustration associated with dealing with insurance for our patients.

Lists of insurance we accept include, but not limited to the following plans for acupuncture in New York:

Insurance lists 

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Aetna  (out of network)
• United Healthcare
• The Empire Plan(NY SHIP)
• Magnacare
• 1199
• Northwell

Please note that some  HMO Plans, Medicare and Medicaid also cover  acupuncture.  If you have medicare and your join in the following manager insurance company as primary insurance , you may cover acupuncture.

• AARP Mosaic
• Healthfirst 65 plus
• Healthfirst increase plan
•  Healthfirst Complete Care
•  Healthfirst Improvement Medicare
•  HIP Medicare  DUAL
•  Humana medicare
•  United Healthcare  Duel complete ( medicare)
•  Wellcare Medicare
•   VNS
• CCM CenterLight (Medicare)

How does it work?

Before you come in, please call our office  or Submit with your health insurance information, including the following:

• Full Name
• Your Date of Birth
• Insurance Plan Name (ie: Blue Cross Blue Shield )
• Insurance Member ID Number

Our billing department will kindly assist you in:

1. Verifying coverage for acupuncture and other services under your insurance plan
2. Any additional cost associated with your insurance plan. This may include the patient’s responsibility for deductible and copay, if applicable
3. Contacting and submitting acupuncture claims to your insurance company

What if my insurance does not cover acupuncture?

While we do not generally offer discounted rate for acupuncture, there are flexible payment options for those with financial difficulty. Please contact our office at (718)-6901199 for more details.

Rates vary and depend upon what procedures are performed. It is best to consult with your acupuncturist about costs.