Services & Pricing
Questions?
New to Acupuncture, have questions, or simply prefer to get to know me first?
Please give me a call, send an email, or schedule a 15-minute "Meet & Greet" call when you click a "Book Online" button. I'd love to speak with you.
Acupuncture - Individuals & Community Acupuncture (Asheville):
Acupuncture Appointments may include Moxabustion, Cupping, Gua Sha, Tui Na, Craniosacral Therapy, Ayurvedic Diet & Lifestyle recommendations, and Therapeutic Movement when appropriate.
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New Patient Appointments: 75-90 minutes / $135
Established Patients: 60 minutes / $105
Patients in need of Handicap accessible office space will be seen in Arden on Saturdays only.
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Packages
Initial Consultation & Intake + 1 Follow Up: $215 ($25 savings)
Initial Consultation & Intake + 4 Follow Ups: $500 ($55 savings)
5 Follow Ups (Established Patients): $475 ($50 savings)
10 Follow Ups (Established Patients): $900 ($150 savings)
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Community Ear Acupuncture in Groups of up to 3: $20 per person
Package of 5 Community Ear Acupuncture Sessions: $85 ($17 per session)
Groups may schedule together in the same time slot. If scheduling for more than one person at a time, please call or email before booking and we will make sure this is the right fit. Adjunct therapies such as cupping and craniosacral area not possible with this option due to time constraints. However, it's an excellent way to get consistent treatment
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Herbal Formulas, if desired, cost between approximately $15 - $25.
Clinical Ayurveda: Asheville, NC & Virtual Consultations
Please choose an "Assessment of My Needs" free call, and we will discuss the best way to work together.
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Single Sessions
Best for acute conditions and education.
Initial Consultation & Intake: 75 minutes / $135
Follow-Up: 60 minutes / $105
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Packages
Best for chronic conditions.
Initial Consultation & Intake + 1 Follow Up: $215 ($25 savings)
Initial Consultation & Intake + 4 Follow Ups: $500 ($55 savings
Five Follow Ups (Established Patients Only): $475 ($50 savings)
Integrative Herbal Medicine: Asheville, NC & Virtual Consultations
30 Minute Session / $55
In-Person or Remote options and packages available, please inquire.
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Integrative Herbal Medicine Consultations for acute and chronic conditions. Chinese Herb Medicine, Ayurvedic, Western, and Hawaiian. This is a wonderful adjunct to Acupuncture in Asheville, NC, and a complement to many other types of therapy, including Western medicine.
Payment, Insurance, & Clinic Policies
Payment Options for All Services:
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Cash, Zelle, All Major Debit & Credit Cards, Venmo
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Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Plans may be used for treatment and herbal medicine.
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Acupuncture Insurance Information: ​
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Proudly serving Veterans as a Veterans Affairs Community Care Network (VACCN) Provider. Veterans will receive free acupuncture. Please contact the VA for a referral and request to see Heather Vaughan.
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Accepting United Healthcare, Aetna, & Cigna Insurance plans that cover acupuncture.
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Superbills for reimbursement by your insurance provided.
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Worker’s compensation may be accepted with prior authorization and payment arranged by your employer or their insurance company. Physician referral is preferred.
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Car Accidents (No Fault Insurance) - Superbills Provided.
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Discounted Rates:
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Students, Seniors, Veterans, Medicaid Recipients, & Healthcare Workers: 10% off
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Please present a valid student/veteran/employer ID or Medicaid card
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Referral Discount: 20% off .
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You are also welcome to gift your referral discount to someone in need
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Should prices present an inhibition to treatment, please call and we will discuss potential solutions for you
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Accessibility:
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12 1/2 Wall Street in Downtown Asheville, NC does not have an elevator. Patients must be able to walk up a flight of stairs if coming to Synthesis Medicine Acupuncture's Wall Street location in Downtown Asheville.
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Handicapped Access / ADA Compliant beginning October 1st when Synthesis Medicine will move to 108 Monticello Road, Suite 300 in Weaverville, NC.
Rescheduling & Cancellation: ​
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Should you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please do so within 24 hours.
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For no-call/no-show appointments, there is a $50 missed appointment fee. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis such as emergencies and unavoidable, unforeseen circumstances. Please don't hesitate to call and let me know what's going on.
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Office Safety & Sanitation Protocols:
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All pertinent surfaces will be wiped down with an appropriate disinfectant between patients. All linens will be fresh.
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Masks will be worn by both practitioner and patient on a case by case basis. N95 Masks are available upon request. As a patient you are welcome to request that your clinician mask.
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An air purifier with HEPA filter will be running for the duration of your appointment, and turned on high between patients to thoroughly clear the air for the 15 minute buffer time between patients.
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Your clinician will follow all CDC safety and handwashing protocol as well as Clean Needle Technique.
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Should you begin to experience respiratory or flu-like symptoms prior to your appointment, please call and discuss ahead of time.
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Should you experience a known exposure to Covid-19, please reschedule your appointment for 5 days post-exposure.