office visits
The initial office visit will be approximately one hour and forty-five minutes long. It includes new patient consultation, examination and an acupuncture treatment. During the first visit your health history and present condition will be reviewed and treatment plan will be discussed. Before your first visit, please download and fill out the new patient questionnaire and bring it to your appointment.
A follow-up visit will be approximately one hour long and consist of a review of your health condition and an acupuncture treatment.
For more information or to make an appointment, please call 415-828-2333.
Payment
Payment in full is due at the time services are rendered. checks or cash are accepted.
Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to keep an appointment, please give 24-hour-notice, or a charge at the cost of the appointment will be made for the time reserved.
Insurance
Certain insurance plans are accepted. Patients are responsible for their deductibles and copayments. Please bring your insurance card on your first visit so we can find out about your coverage for acupuncture treatment.
Parking and Public Transportation
Our office is located at the corner of Beach and Jones. 2-hour street parking can usually be found within a couple of blocks on Bay, Norpoint, Leavenworth, etc.. Meter parking (up to 4 hours) is available near the office and accepts credit card. Muni line 47, 30 and F run nearby if you take public transportation.
Before, During and After Treatment
- Please wear loose clothing.
- Do not brush your tongue (we will check your pulse and tongue during your visit).
- Avoid being excessively hungry or fatigue, or using drugs or alcohol.
- During treatment please do not move your body since it may cause the muscle to tighten around the needles. Please let your practitioner know if you need to move so that the needles can be adjusted.
- Avoid vigorous exercise or hot tubs within a few hours after a treatment.
How to Take Herbs
Chinese herbs are generally taken with warm water in between meals (for example, 1 hour before or after a meal) since it's easier for the herbs to be absorbed when the stomach is empty or half-full. In general, tonic herbs should be stopped while you are having an acute condition such as common cold, flu, skin rash, etc., and for women, during their menstruation. Please consult with your practitioner if you are not sure whether you should continue or stop your herbal medicine.
