Personal Injury Acupuncture FAQ
Answers to common questions about personal injury and car accident acupuncture at our Oakland and Hayward locations.
Do you accept personal injury and car accident cases?
Yes. Shine Me Wellness regularly treats patients recovering from motor vehicle accidents and other personal injury cases at our Oakland and Hayward locations.
Do you accept attorney liens?
Yes. We accept qualifying personal injury cases on attorney lien.
For accepted lien cases, patients generally do not make payment at each treatment visit. Our office coordinates the lien and case-related billing directly with the patient's attorney or law firm.
Do you accept Med-Pay?
Yes. We can work with Med-Pay when coverage is available.
Please provide your insurance and claim information so our office can confirm the appropriate billing arrangement.
Do I need an attorney or referral before scheduling?
You do not need to wait for an attorney referral to contact our office. If you are already represented by an attorney, please provide your law firm's contact information so we can coordinate the appropriate documentation and billing arrangements.
What conditions do you commonly treat after a car accident?
Common accident-related complaints we treat include:
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Neck pain and whiplash
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Low back pain
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Mid-back pain
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Shoulder pain
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Post-accident headaches
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Muscle spasm and soft-tissue pain
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Stiffness and restricted range of motion
Treatment is individualized based on each patient's examination findings, symptoms, and functional limitations.
What happens during my first personal injury appointment?
Your initial visit includes a review of the accident, current symptoms, relevant medical history, and physical examination.
Depending on your condition, the examination may include range of motion, palpation, areas of tenderness or muscle spasm, functional limitations, and other appropriate clinical findings. An individualized treatment plan is then developed based on the evaluation.
How often will I need treatment?
Treatment frequency depends on the nature of the injury, examination findings, symptoms, and response to care.
Many personal injury patients begin treatment approximately twice per week during the initial phase of care. Frequency may be adjusted as the patient's condition improves.
How long does personal injury treatment last?
There is no single treatment duration that applies to every patient. Progress is monitored throughout the course of care, and a re-evaluation is typically performed when appropriate to assess improvement, remaining symptoms, functional limitations, and the need for continued treatment.
Do you provide medical records and reports to attorneys?
Yes. With appropriate authorization, our office can provide treatment records, progress documentation, itemized billing, and medical evaluation reports when requested. We also communicate directly with attorneys and case managers regarding appropriate administrative matters.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please bring any information available regarding your accident and claim, including your attorney's contact information if you are represented. Relevant imaging reports, medical records, or other information related to your injuries may also be helpful when available.
What if I do not have an attorney?
You may still contact our office.
Depending on your situation, treatment may be available through Med-Pay or self-pay. Our staff can explain the available payment options before treatment begins.
Where are you located?
Shine Me Wellness provides personal injury acupuncture at two East Bay locations:
Oakland: 3231 Telegraph Ave Oakland CA 94609
Hayward: 22320 Foothill Blvd Suite 325 Hayward CA 94541
Questions about a personal injury case? Contact our office and we will help you determine the appropriate next step.
Do you accept health insurance?
Shine Me Wellness does not bill most health insurance plans directly. For patients with eligible PPO out-of-network benefits, we can provide a detailed superbill that may be submitted to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Coverage and reimbursement depend on your individual plan.