Frequently Asked Questions

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General Practice Questions

So many, many things! We put patients above profits, we are not beholden to some administrators to maximize revenue, we believe in giving every patient all the time that they need, our phones are answered promptly by knowledgeable caring staff, and we uniquely to our patients - Dr. Boguslavsky's cell is given to every patient, and he is there for the practice patients 24/7/365! 

We accept most government (Medicare/Medicaid) and commercial (Aetna, Cigna, Horizon, Unites, Oxford, etc.) insurance plans, To see if we participate with your specific health insurance simply call (908) 450 7002 or check on your insurance's site if they list us as a participating provider.

There are so many examples where Western medicine shines bright, especially in the realm of treating acute disease (heart attack, appendicitis) and for disease prevention (Cologuard, cholesterol treatments, etc.). There are also functional conditions (chronic pain, anxiety, IBS) where holistic approaches can be superior. Our practice embraces a "toolbox" approach to medicine where we guide the patient to a modality most appropriate to their condition.

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Acupuncture FAQ

Acupuncture rarely 'hurts'. Some will repot a dull ache around the base of the inserted needle, or a slight tingling feeling when the needle is inserted. Points at the extremities, like toe or finger ends, can sometimes be a little sharp, but the sensation is usually brief, lasting no more than a few seconds.

Medical acupuncture is practiced by a licensed medical physician. Doctor Boguslavsky, as a Board Certified Physician, can understand and evaluate your symptoms using both the conventional medical and complementary medicine perspective. His superior knowledge of anatomy, and understanding of disease pathology serves his patients well.

If the doctor agrees that acupuncture is an appropriate treatment modality, you will be offered a treatment that day. You can also experience cupping that day to help relax muscles and decrease pain. Finally, the doctor may recommend some Chinese herbs to address your medical issues.

Unless the problem is really acute, like an ankle sprain, we recommend for the patients to plan a series of six weekly sessions followed by spacing out of the visits and treatments. The initial consultation and treatment is allocated a full hour for the history-taking, examination and treatment. Follow-up visits, in general, do not take more than a half-hour.

In our practice, we've found a few tried and tested formulas that we use routinely with our patients. Some of the formulae are for the adults, while others are especially useful in kids. In light of horror stories about chemical contamination and improper ingredients in Chinese herbs, we source our formulae from a reputable seller who has a third party perform extensive testing of their products.

Traditionally, the patients are asked to abstain for the rest of the day from excessive exercise, intercourse, heavy foods, or alcohol.

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Acupuncture can be a useful adjunct to a formal tobacco cessation program. While it won’t make one dislike smoking, it will cut down on the withdrawal sensations such as cravings, irritability, anxiety, etc.

Although some patients report significant success with acupuncture for weight control, it has been my experience that, by itself, acupuncture cannot overcome the impact of a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition. That said, acupuncture can help if it is added to a weight management program that includes improved nutrition, diet, and increased exercise. As my mentor used to say, “If acupuncture was a cure for obesity, there wouldn’t be so many overweight acupuncturists!”

Although there is plenty of research that shows the healthy impact of a positive attitude, acupuncture's effect is independent of whether you "believe in it" or not. I have seen it help those who swore it's a bunch of voodoo, and I've seen it fail in those with strong belief and expectation of success. Alas, acupuncture is no magic bullet that helps everyone.

The needles are made of solid metal and do not contain any medicine. As for how acupuncture works, the answers depend a great deal on whom you ask. Traditional practitioners believe that the needles resolve problems by helping the energy, Qi, flow more freely through the body. Western practitioners explain acupuncture's effectiveness through the impact it has on the muscles, nerves, and connective tissue. It also seems that acupuncture leads to a positive alteration of brain chemicals.

An office visit will last from 30 minutes to 1 hour. The needles, once inserted, will usually be left in place from 15 to 45 minutes. Ultimately, the session length depends on the technique and desired results.

Although some people will respond well to only one treatment, more are often necessary. The frequency of treatment and the number of treatments needed is related to the patient's condition. Generally, the longer the patient has had the condition the longer the course of treatment will be before showing substantial and lasting results. As symptoms improve fewer visits are required. A client should discuss his or her treatment program with the Acupuncturist, as each individual case is unique.

Spravato FAQ

Spravato/esketamine is FDA approved for the treatment of treatment-resistant depression, suicidal ideation, or both. We can't tell without knowing your history if Spravato is right for you, but if you've failed at least two antidepressants in the past, it is likely you will qualify for Spravato. 

Complete your registration form online. Our team will obtain your benefits and confirm Spravato is a covered benefit for you. We will call you to set up a telemedicine evaluation. As early as the day after evaluation you can begin Spravato treatment.

We have done almost 10,000 Spravato treatments for our patients and have found the medicine to be extremely safe. The following side effects are common (dissociation, raised blood pressure, sedation, nausea) whereas these are more rare (worsening anxiety/depression, suicidal ideation). There is no evidence that Spravato is addictive. Overall, most of our patients find Spravato to be much more tolerable than oral psychiatric medications.

As part of our process we establish patient's coverage for Spravato before they are even evaluated. In addition to insurance coverage, Janssen's SpravatoWithMe program helps patients defray medication and observation costs. Broadly speaking, most patients pay $0-$40/treatment.

After checking in, you (and your loved one if they accompany you) will be brought over to your Spravato chair and have your vitals taken. After that, you will be provided with trainer Spravato inhalers to practice with. Once you feel comfortable with the inhalers, Spravato will be administered and you will likely rest in the chair for sometime, usually listening to some gentle music or a meditation playlist. You should be back to feeling like yourself by the time you're ready to leave at the 2 hour mark. Some people report an immediate positive response, where others take longer to see a change in their mood. 

Patient treatments take place in a semi-private environment. There are always members of our clinical team in the Spravato room to support our patients and help ground them them. We are always there to help patients stay grounded and to feel supported. Finally, the medication has a very short half-life.

Our Locations

Bridgewater
Primary Care, Acupuncture, Spravato

Morristown
Spravato

Hoboken
Spravato

Nutley
Primary Care, Spravato

Our Contacts

Book your appointment:

Need to be seen? Call us (908) 450 7002 and we'll do our utmost to see you within 24-48 hours.

Phone & Fax:

Phone: (908) 450 7002
Fax: (908) 941 2715

Billing Questions:

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