Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Help Us Help Others: Give Us A Review!



At Excel Chiropractic, we have always prided ourselves on putting our patients first. Everyone who comes into our office is a priority and is treated with the upmost care and respect. As a family practice, we are truly grateful for each and every person who choses us for their chiropractic needs.

Now, we are asking our patients to help us help others! We love to grow, and you can help by leaving a review of our office. Your comments will help others know what to expect from us when they are looking for a chiropractor in the Sioux Falls area.

If you can help us grow and help even more people, we would be truly grateful!
Thank you for your support!

Monday, May 22, 2017

Sioux Falls DOT Medical Exams

DOT PHYSICALS 
If you or someone you know are a CDL driver that is required to complete a DOT physical, we can help! Dr. Corey Touney is a federally certified DOT examiner and often has next day appointments available for drivers. These exams are done by appointment only and typically last 30-45 minutes. All drivers must provide a valid driver's license.
 
What to expect?
Dr. Touney will perform the physical exam according to the federal regulations:
  • Review Health History
  • Basic Physical Exam
  • Vision Check & Color Vision Check
  • Height and Weight Measurements
  • Check Blood Pressure
  • Urine Analysis
     
    Dr. Touney's Hours of Availability
  • Monday: 9am – 12 pm; 2:30 pm – 6 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am – 10 am; 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am – 12 pm; 2:30 pm – 6 pm
  • Thursday: 9am – 12 pm; 2:30 pm – 6 pm
  • Friday: 9 am – 12 pm
     
    To find out more information about DOT physical’s and our office, please visit our website at www.excelchiros.com/dot-physical-exams/
     
    To schedule an appointment, give us a call at
    605-332-9235



Monday, January 30, 2017

Auto Insurance Hierarchy


How insurance works when you’ve been in a motor vehicle accident

South Dakota follows a tort, rather than a no-fault system. This means that someone must be considered to be at fault, and that person's policy must pay for any and all damages. HOWEVER, that does not mean that you should not open claims with YOUR auto insurance. Why? By opening claims with your auto insurance, you will be ensuring that you are being protected from the at-fault (liability) insurance refusing to pay your bills or offering a settlement that does not cover everything you’ve already paid.

After an accident:

  1. Contact YOUR auto-insurance. By paying your monthly premium, you have essentially hired this company to help you after an accident. Not only will the help you fix your car, but there is medical pay coverage to help ensure you are protected as well.
    1. By setting up a medical claim with your insurance, you medical bills will be paid up-front with no money out of your pocket until your coverage has been exhausted.
      1. Your insurance company will work to be reimbursed from the at-fault insurance. This saves you the hassle of having to negotiate a settlement and also protects you from settlements that are too low to cover your bills
  2. After YOUR insurance’s medical pay is exhausted, you private health insurance is your best option. Much like submitting claims to your auto insurance, submitting to your private health insurance will ensure your bills are being paid up front, and they will work to be reimbursed by the at-fault insurance.
    1. You will likely be responsible for any co-pays, deductibles, co-insurance, and out of pocket maximums. You will have to negotiate these expenses into your settlement from the at-fault insurance.
  3. If you have exhausted your medical pay and your private health insurance benefits, then you would begin sending bills to the at-fault insurance.
    1. While they may be responsible for all damages caused in the accident; this is not an ideal situation.
      1. They will not pay until you’ve been released from medical care in relation to the accident. Depending on the severity of the accident, this may not be for a long time, causing you bills to stack up. Many providers may not be willing to sit on the balance and ask that you pay out of pocket for your care.
      2. Once you’ve been released, they will try to make you settle. This amount would likely NOT cover all the expenses you’ve incurred during your care.
      3. There is a chance that the at-fault insurance will try to fight against paying the bills. At that point, you would need to hire an attorney.

Opening a medical claim with YOUR insurance is always the safest route to ensure your bills are getting paid and you are not burdened with dealing with the at-fault insurance company. By paying your monthly premiums, they are obligated to help you with your expenses. If they recommend sending bills to the at-fault insurance, insist on opening a medical claim directly with them. If you continue issues, we would be happy to call your insurance company with you and help you get the claim set up.

Friday, November 18, 2016

Thanksgiving Hours

Thanksgiving Week Hours
November 21-25


Dr. Touney
Monday: 9 am - 12 pm, 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Tuesday: 9 am - 10 am, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Wednesday: 10 am - 12 pm, 2:30 pm - 6 pm
Thursday: Closed - Thanksgiving
Friday: Closed - Thanksgiving

Dr. Langston
Monday: 3 pm - 5pm
Tuesday: 6 am - 6 pm
Wednesday: 6 am - 4 pm
Thursday: Closed - Thanksgiving
Friday: Closed - Thanksgiving

Royal Table Massage
Monday: 9 am - 7 pm
Tuesday: 9 am - 9 pm
Wednesday: 9 am - 7 pm
Thursday: Closed - Thanksgiving
Friday: 9 am - 7 pm
**Black Friday Special: $40 for One Hour Massage Gift Cards**


Happy Thanksgiving
from all of us at Excel Chiro & Royal Table

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Maximize Your 2016 Benefits

Maximize Your Health Benefits
 
Get the most of your health benefits
before the end of 2016
Here at Excel Chiropractic, we want to help you get the most out of your health insurance benefits, possibly saving you money in the future, before we wrap up on 2016. The holiday season has arrived and your calendar is filling up with obligations. But, even though your time is already limited, it might be worthwhile to add a few chiropractic appointments to your schedule.

Here are four common scenarios that can help you make the most out your time, money, and benefits:

1. You've Met Your Deductible
This is the amount you must pay of your health care before your insurance starts covering a portion of the cost. This amount usually resets at the beginning of the year, so if you have met your deductible, or are close to the cut-off, your medical care will rendered at a lower cost to you until the end of the year.

2. You Have Money Left in Your Flex Spending Account
If you set up a flex spending account, you were able to contribute pre-tax money to it each year and use that money for qualifying health expenses. If you have funds left in your FSA, or you are over your rollover limit, it’s time to spend the money.

3. Take Advantage of Benefits that may be Changing in 2017
Carefully review the information about your insurance benefits, and see if any benefits are being cut or reduced in 2017. This may include: rising co-pays, switching to a deductible only plan, fewer chiropractic visits that are allowed per year, etc. If you will be affected by any changes, get the most out of your coverage now before the cost of your treatment goes up.
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There are many ways of addressing chiropractic needs now, instead of waiting until next year that can save you money. As always, if you have any questions or concerns regarding your health insurance benefits, just give our office a call. We are all well versed in the ins-and-outs of insurance and would be more than happy to help.

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

Our Costume Contest Prizes

4th Annual Halloween Costume Contest
Prize


Adult:


Child:


Dog:

To get entered into our costume contest, all you need to do is either stop by our office on Halloween wearing your best duds OR submit a photo of yourself enjoying Halloween fun! Everyone is welcome; you do not have to be a patient to win! Group costumes are also welcome (the gift basket would be split among the winners at their discretion.)

Monday, October 3, 2016

Halloween Costume Contest 2016


 
Join us in celebrating our 4th Annual Halloween Costume Contest!
 
 

 
How to Enter:


- Stop in any day this month wearing your very best costume
- Post a photo of your costume on Facebook and tag us in it
- Send a photo via email
- Tweet a photo at us
 
 
We will draw for prizes on Tuesday afternoon!
Prizes for adults and children
Do Not have to be a patient to enter
 
 
 
Our office will be joining in on the costume fun on Halloween day, Monday, October 31st.