After you read the text of your insurance policy, pore over the fine print. Arm yourself with information about your coverage before you enter the doctor's office. Find out who the provider is for each modality. Keep in mind that many modalities do not have state licensure.
Some insurance companies demand that the doctor be on the premises at the time of the treatment.
Most alternative therapies, however, must be prescribed and administered under the supervision of a physician. A few treatment approaches will be under question no matter who performs them. Call your insurance company Ask your insurance provider if there are diagnostic restrictions for any of the modalities offered at your doctor's office. For instance, they may cover acupuncture for low back pain but not for headaches. Some therapies will never be covered if they are described under their popular name.