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Oct. 12: On World Arthritis Day, Massage Envy Fairfield to Host Healing Hands ... Eworldwire (press release)
FAIRFIELD, Conn./EWORLDWIRE/Oct. 4, 2011 --- Massage Envy Fairfield, a leader of affordable and convenient massage and spa services, has joined with Massage Envy and the Arthritis Foundation to host Healing Hands for Arthritis, a one-day national event to build awareness and raise funds to fight arthritis.On World Arthritis Day, Oct. 12, 2011, Massage Envy Fairfield will donate $10 from every one-hour massage and facial to the Arthritis Foundation. Prices for massages are $49.
"There's no better way to give back than to treat yourself, a friend or family member to a relaxing and rejuvenating massage or facial," said Eugenia Tzoannopoulos, Fairfield, Conn., Massage Envy owner. "We strongly encourage the Fairfield community to come out on October 12 to help fight a disease that affects 50 million Americans and is actually our nation’s leading cause of disability."
To make an appointment for the Healing Hands for Arthritis event, contact Fairfield Massage Envy at 203-333-3689.
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Medical Massage?
Do any of you accept medical insurance for your massages? How does one go about being able to do that? where is the starting point? Do you think it increases your clientele base by being able to accept medical insurance? I want to be able to do this for clients, but I have no idea how to get started.
I recommend contacting The Medical Massage Office & Associates http://www.tmmo.biz and purchasing their book:
"The Medical Massage Office Manual For Insurance Billing 4th Edition; Now being updated to include Form CMS 1500 and NPI information....More Info Than Ever!"
"The Insurance Billing Bible, filled with facts, not opinions. "
I completed their certification training two years ago and appreciated the full package approach of learning how to offer appropriate techniques, how to work with medical professionals, how to understand coding for prescriptions and billing, and how to play the insurance game. I began billing for insurance six years ago because of the income potential. It has significantly increased my income. I feel more involved as a healthcare provider and I have been able to gain the respect of several physicians because of it. It takes a lot of work and dedication, but it becomes worth it, depending on how well you develop your practice. Your first one or two medical insurance patients could possibly pay for your entire TMMO training and certification. I would pursue this earlier than later if you have a true interest.
So, .I pay my bill, then send off the list, and get a little bit back from the insurance company. We also have allot of doctors offices doing that.
Should I become a massage therapist or medical assistant?
I signed up for school and signed up for massage therapist. After reading some stuff I began wondering if I should become a medical assistant. Any advice would be appreciated. What would you do ?
i'm in a medical assistant program right now and loving it.
Do you tip a massage therapist when you are going for medical reasons? If so, how much?
I have been going to a chiropractor and massage therapist for medical reasons. My insurance covers the treatment. Should I tip the massage therapist? Thanks!
If you feel like the person deserves the extra payment, then yes. However, I would not feel obligated to do that. Some settings will not even allow it, especially if insurance is paying for part or all of it.
If it's a spa, I would do the customary tip of 15-20%. If she's working out of the doctor's office, I wouldn't....just as I wouldn't tip the nurse, etc.
Happy Healing!
unless of course you don't have the extra cash........don't stress yourself out.
I'm interesting in medical massage therapy. Is it hard to find a good job in this field? How much can you make
It is like any other career - you can make as much or as little as you want.
The massage profession is also lacking a clear definition of medical massage. Is medical massage just the ability to bill insurance companies for massage services or is it some special technique or knowledge? You can only bill regular health ins. companies in WA and FL. You can bill for motor vehicle accidents in most all states.
Right now there are many schools and teachers claiming to teach you medical massage when there is no such thing really. You can do basic massage and bill an insurance company as long as you can show in your chart notes that there is improvement in the clients condition due to your massage.
Basically most career statistics that you find online on job sites or the dept of labor are inaccurate as most massage therapists don't have jobs but they start their own business.
Check out the occupational outlook handbook for better details and career insight about this field.
http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos295.htm
What are some medical conditions massage is not suitable for?
massage is not suitable if you are running a fever, if you have a communicable disease, if you have a skin disease or rash that should not be touched or rubbed.
Would I look stupid if I wear medical type scrubs to a Massage Therapy Interview?
Would I look stupid if I wear medical type scrubs to a Massage Therapy Interview?
I have an Interview tomorrow and I already own scrubs, but was wondering if I need to go shopping tomorrow for something more appropriate.(if scrubs are inappropriate) Also, what should I expect at the interview? (questions, etc.)
Maybe not "stupid", but you'll certainly look *inappropriate* wearing scrubs.
Proper dress for most interviews is "business casual" (Dockers, shirt that buttons, shoes that aren't sneakers).
Dress business casual: slacks/sweater would be appropriate
They are going to ask you a lot of things like why do you want to work there? What is your work experience?
If you really want the job you will go in and tell them what you can do for them to increase their business and make them more money.
Do you believe that massage therapy can serve for medical purposes?
I am writing a paper on how massage therapy can serve as medical purposes. Please be honest, rude, or whatever. I just need to know what you really think.
Include the physical, mental, and emotional effects massage therapy can produce.
Physical: promote healthy skin, general relaxation, improved blood circulation, enhanced immune system function, muscle relaxation, connective tissue pliability, increased joint mobility and flexibility, reduction of pain, optimal growth and development
Mental and emotions effects: increased mental clarity, reduced anxiety, feelings of general well-being, emotional release
However, there is little scientific evidence to support all these claims, which is why it is a difficult argument to make. Good luck.
I have a pinched sciatic nerve. I have went to a medical doctor and a chiropractor and a massage therapist. ?
The medical doctor gave me some medicine and said if it doesn't get healed up it could be a reoccurring problem. The chiropractor and massage therapists took x-rays of it and said it will heal up. Has anyone out their had this kind of problem and if so did theirs heal up and not become a reoccurring problem? They told me I didn't have any herniated disks so its not that. Any advice or real life stories will be appreciated.
Lay down on the floor with your feet up on the couch. This will take the pressure off your lower back and hips. Your sciatic nerve runs from your tailbone and splits down the center of each butt cheek and down your legs. You can feel for it just take your fingers and push into your butt cheek until you find it,you will find it. Try and lightly massage it and help relax the muscles around it.
I have a recurring sciatic and can pinch it just by turning the wrong way. It has put me in traction for a couple of weeks, where I couldn't even blink without it hurting. You need to exercise your lower back and stomach. The stronger your body core the less likely you are to hurt your back.
What has to happen to get insurance companies to recognize massage therapy as a medical treatment?
My husband has had many treatments (that don't help and are very costly ) for his back injury for over a year now. The only relief he gets is from massage therapy, which costs $35.00/ 1/2hr. This is a cost we pay out of our pocket-twice, sometimes three times a week.
I mean legislatively anyway. We live in Michigan
I wish insurance would get up to date with this already, because it's taking too long for it to happen. Some insurance companies cover it, but if you call and ask them they will tell you they don't. I went through this with my current insurance. Then I called a Chiropractor's office that does massage and they called my insurance and found out that the insurance will pay for the specific billing code that is used for massage. I have muscle problems that is relieved if I go for a 1 hour massage a week. But since they told me they didn't cover it previously, I was going for physical therapy 3 times a week, with my insurance paying $240 for each visit. And once a week at therapy, they do a 10 minute massage and bill the insurance and extra $120. It makes no sense to me why the insurance would rather pay this amount for physical therapy instead of $60 for an hour massage. They may figure it out someday how much money it can save them. You should check if your insurance covers any Chiropractic costs. If so, you can find an office that does massage and have them check with the insurance to see if they cover it. Sorry about the long answer, but hopefully you can get some kind of help from your insurance with this.
Will massage therapy help my medical condition? I began having problems with my back after a sever car crash.?
It began with migranes, that my chiropractor adjusts for me. No my entire back, shoulders, middle and lower back are in constant discomfort. My chiropractor couldn't believe how "tight" my back and muscles are. Will a massage help and how do I find a place around my town that does tham?
Possibly.
I can relate, having gone thru a windshield in one accident and getting t boned in the second, from the right, at 45 mph. It permanently damaged 6 vert.
My point is that the ONLY relief I get is from the chiro, motrin and tramadol, and thats temporary. My chiro said the same exact thing about mine being tense/tight.
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