FAQ
Where is your office?
The office is between the Natick center and Wellesley center, approximately 1 mile from each, on route 135.
There is complimentary parking behind the building. The entrance for medical offices is also at the back of the building, and I am on the second floor.
154 East Central Street, Suite 202B Natick, MA 01760
What are your hours?
Tuesday 10 – 6
Wednesday. 9 – 2
Thursday 10 – 6
Saturday 9 – 2
There are more appointment times available for new patient initial visits. Please text for details: (781) 392 6320.
How long is each session?
Allow 45 – 60 minutes for each session, except for the first visit which is longer because it includes an overall health analysis. During this visit, we review your health goals, current health, and health history.
The initial visit lasts between 60 – 90 minutes and includes an acupuncture treatment.
How much do you charge?
Acupuncture session – $125
Initial visit (consultation with first acupuncture session) – $155
Payment is due at the time of service.
What form of payment do you accept?
We accept cash, check, credit card, FSA (Flexible Spending Account Card), and HSA (Health Savings Account Card).
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO at the office of Orla Callahan Acupuncture. No referral is necessary.
For other PPO insurance policies, we provide SuperBills (Detailed Receipts) which our patients submit to their insurance companies for reimbursement. In these situations, we take payment from the patient at the time of service and provide the patient with a SuperBill (detailed receipt) which includes required codes for insurance reimbursement purposes.
For HMO Insurance policies, we are currently not listed on any HMO (in-network) plan. Therefore, if your insurance policy is in-network (HMO) there is no reimbursement for visits to our office.
HSA / FSA cards are also accepted as a method of payment.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing. The goal is to relax while you are here.
Most of the areas I access are from the knees down and the elbows down, and sometimes the lower back. We provide blankets/sheets for draping if needed.
What is your training?
From 2005 – 2008, I attended NESA (New England School of Acupuncture) and graduated with a Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine – MAOM. My license is from the Board of Registration for Medicine in MA – Lic.Ac.
I have studied and practiced Wu Ming Taoist Qigong since 2015. As a result, my understanding of the depth and reach of Chinese Medicine continues to expand. I use the concept of ‘oneness’ (everything is connected) and I look at the potential for health and wellness rather than focusing on illness and disease. My main book sources for ongoing learnings are the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu, The Zhuang Zi (the most famous Qigong Master) as well as the Huang Di Nei Jing Su Wen (the ‘bible’ of Chinese Medicine.)
Qigong is my daily training protocol. It enhances my own health, helps me better understand Chinese Medicine, and helps me understand my clients’ needs.
Do you use any other modalities besides acupuncture?
Yes, acupuncture is one modality of Traditional Chinese Medicine. When appropriate, to achieve the best outcome for the patient, I use other modalities such as Herbs, Medical Qigong, Moxa, Cupping, Guasha, Qigong exercises.