Your First Visit, Step by Step
Everything you need before you arrive — including the new patient intake form.
New patient form
For new patients only — please complete the intake form before your first appointment. It saves time and lets us focus on you.
- Download the new patient form below (PDF, 3 pages).
- Print it and fill it out thoroughly.
- Bring the completed form to your first visit.
Can't print the form? Let us know when you book your appointment.
What to expect, step by step
Please allow about 90 minutes for your first visit. Follow-up visits are usually around an hour.
Health history
A thorough review of your medical condition, history, lifestyle and goals. Bring your completed form and any reports from other doctors.
TCM examination
We always take your pulses at the wrist and examine your tongue, and assess the area of concern.
Your plan
We explain what we found, recommend a course of care and tell you honestly how many treatments we expect.
First treatment
Usually 20–30 minutes of needling under a warm lamp, plus other therapies as appropriate.
What to bring
- Your completed new patient form
- Recent lab tests, blood work, X-ray or MRI reports from your other doctors
- A list of medications and supplements you take
- Your insurance card, if you plan to use insurance
- Cash or credit card (Visa / Mastercard) — payment is expected at the time of your visit
How to prepare
- Eat a light meal 1–2 hours before — don't come hungry
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing that rolls up above the elbow and knee
- Avoid heavy caffeine or alcohol beforehand
- For Morristown, use the rear entrance at 255 E. Hanover Ave; parking is available on site
Insurance & payment
Many insurance companies cover acupuncture. Some patients find us through their insurer's directory.
- In network: we verify your benefits and submit claims for you.
- Out of network: you pay at the office and we provide a bill to submit to your insurer for reimbursement.
Please call the office before your first visit with your insurance details so we can check your coverage.
After your treatment
Drink water, take it easy for the rest of the day and notice how you feel over the next day or two. It's normal to feel relaxed or a little tired. Results are often cumulative — commitment to your plan makes the biggest difference.
Book your first appointment
Morristown Office
- Address
- 255 E. Hanover Ave, Rear Entrance
Morristown, NJ 07960 - Phone
- (973) 998-8433
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Friday & Sunday: Closed
Wayne Office
- Address
- 504 Hamburg Turnpike, Suite 201B
Wayne, NJ 07470 - Phone
- (973) 960-2582
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Helpful reading
Ready to feel like yourself again?
Call the office nearest you to schedule. New patients should allow about 90 minutes for the first visit, which includes a full health history, pulse and tongue diagnosis and your first treatment.