FAQ's

This section is designed to answer some frequently asked questions by prospective patients inquiring about care at our Orinda Chiropractic Center.  

Do you require me to have X-rays taken in your office?

No. We will usually begin with conservative care and 90% of the time, x-rays are not necessary.  After a period of time has passed during your healing process and you are not making the types of improvements Dr. Kevin feels you should, then we can discuss x-rays or special imaging then.

For a few of you, your condition may call for an immediate referral for x-rays but Dr. Kevin will discuss that at the time of your visit.If you happen to have x-rays or MRI's taken within the 2 years, then bring them in and Dr. Kevin would like to look at them.  

How long will the first office visit take?

You can expect to spend approximately 30-40 minutes in our office on your first visit. We usually ask that you come 5 -10 minutes before your appointment time so that you can fill out paperwork that will establish you as a patient.  

Will I actually get adjusted at my first office visit, or is it just an examination? You will definitely be adjusted during your first office visit.  No matter whether your pain or discomfort began this morning or if it has been present for months, time is always critical. The sooner we begin treatment, the quicker the body usually heals.

Do you take insurance? If not, do you have self pay or cash rates?

I am a health care provider for many insurances (PPO's, HMO's).  You can call our office and speak with Venus or Traci and they will take down your insurance information and call your insurance company for you to check your Chiropractic elgibility.  

Your other option is to either call or go online to your own health insurance company
and look Dr. Kevin M. Wong up as a provider.

For private pay or cash patients, we have special rates available for you.  Please call the office at 925-254-4040 for more information.

How long do I have to keep coming back? Do I have to keep coming forever?

Patients that come into our office are usually in some kind of pain that they need me to help them with.  In the early stages, perhaps the first few visits, I lead you through the treatment plan and offer you a lot of advice and help.  My goal is to get you to a level where you feel "normal" again or often times even better than "normal". Some times, I treat patients only a few times or sometimes it takes longer. Each case is individual and you and I together will discuss and determine how much treatment you will need.

Once we are done with care and you are feeling better, I will make sure we review your home care and exercises and it becomes your choice on how you wish to see me in the future. Some patients elect to come in and be seen once every two weeks, monthly or once per year. They know that life will put stress on their bodies that put their spines and other joints out of alignment.  Periodic adjustments are helpful, but  I never make people have to come back unless they choose to.  You will learn why it is important to come in for periodic tune-ups just like going to the Dentist or the Medical Doctor.