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Portsmouth Accident& Injury Center

Do I need a referral to call a chiropractor?

Calling the office and verifying coverage are separate

Being able to make an appointment does not guarantee that a health plan will pay. Ask:

  • Is chiropractic care covered?
  • Is a referral required?
  • Is the clinic in network?
  • Is prior authorization required?
  • Are there visit limits or a deductible?

For an auto claim, ask separate questions about MedPay and claim documentation.

The Ohio Department of Insurance consumer pages(opens in a new tab) explain what a plan has to tell you when you ask.

Related questions

Related questions are grouped in the main FAQ hub.

Can the clinic verify everything for me?

Call about its current process, but the member remains responsible for understanding plan terms.

Does a referral mean care is automatically appropriate?

No. The receiving clinician still evaluates the complaint.

What if the problem followed a crash?

Mention the collision when calling and read insurance and MedPay.

What to expect at a first visit covers the appointment, and how accident care works here covers the crash-related version.

You can call before you’ve worked out the coverage.
Ring (740) 876-8394 to ask about an appointment and what the office needs. Check the referral and network questions with the number on your card — those are two separate conversations. Prefer to be called back? Request a callback for scheduling basics.

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