Knee Evaluation

Congratulations on making the decision to do something about your knee pain and coming in to see us at Reflex! We know in the medical world that a visit to a doctor’s office is not always pleasant. That’s why from the moment you walk in the door, we are here to make your appointment easy

  You should know the difference before you choose   Given the cost of private insurance, Medicare can be a retiree’s saving grace. We encounter patients who praise their Medicare Advantage plan and others who swear by their Medicare combined with Medigap (also called supplementary plan or supplement). The plans differences are great in helping

  Reflex is committed to providing patients with the best experience possible. As patients ourselves, we understand that the process of seeing a doctor can be cumbersome. The experience can be a stressful, especially if awaiting diagnosis or important test results.   Patient Ally aims to change that.   Coming new to the Reflex clinic, Patient

  Navigating insurance can be intimidating and exhausting. With insurance companies taking on hundreds of new clients every day, it might be challenging to get the individualized attention that you need. At Reflex, we strive to not only treat our patients with professionalism, but also to provide the resources necessary to inform our patient’s decisions

I have been working in wellness for 28 years. I attended the University of Oregon where I received my B.S. in Exercise Science and my M.S. in Sports Medicine with minors in Exercise Physiology and Biomechanics.   Finding the Path   When I began working in the wellness field, I was an athletic trainer working

After letting knee pain gradually slow her down, Dr. Lawson had finally found a way to keep her symptoms under control. She said “Between health supplements and HA injections my knees were feeling good,” she was able to keep up with her garden, SWAT team, and work without pain. But being a physician at Reflex means she

  In our last blog entry for our Understanding Health Insurance series, we discussed the general differences between a secondary plan and a supplemental plan. This week, we are taking a look at how it works when Medicare is your secondary payer.   How do you know when Medicare is your Secondary Payer (MSP)?   As we

Did you know that in addition to your primary health insurance policy, you can also have a secondary or supplemental plan? While a secondary or supplemental plans sound similar to each other, they function very differently.   In this week’s blog, we break down the differences between these types of insurance policies, so you can

The last time you visited the doctor’s office or were treated for a medical issue, you may have received a document in the mail from your insurance company clearly marked, “NOT A BILL.” Although this paperwork can indeed appear as an invoice at first glance, it is actually what your insurance company refers to as

  Previously on the Reflex blog, we discussed out of pocket costs and preauthorization, as they relate to your health insurance coverage. Today we’d like to cover another common question: Where should you turn when it comes to insurance questions?   While most people have a tendency to call the doctor’s office, the most efficient route to immediate

  Due to changing health care laws over the past couple years, the Reflex team has seen many health insurance companies change their requirements and coverage for Joint Fluid Therapy (HA Injections). Many insurance companies now require pre-approval or preauthorization before any practice can treat you.   Pre-authorization is an extra step that many insurance companies require for their plan

At Reflex, we’re determined to help people dealing with knee pain get back to life through our non-surgical treatments, but many patients have questions about their insurance policy and its’ coverage for our services.   To help you deepen your understanding of insurance complexities, we are launching a series of blog posts. These will guide you in choosing the best plan

Many of the diagnostic tools currently available have historically made accurately diagnosing knee injuries a challenge.   Traditionally, X-ray images have been used to diagnose some knee injuries and conditions—however, such testing exposes patients to potentially harmful radiation. In addition, X-rays are only able to detect bone injuries—thereby leaving out any muscles, cartilage, and other joint structures

The end of the year holds a lot to look forward to, pumpkin spice, turkey dinners, and fancy decorations. But it also means Open Enrollment season for insurance companies. Now is the time when you can change your health insurance plan or company. The end of the year holds a lot to look forward to,

Welcome to the new ReflexPortland.com. Those of you who have spent time with us know how passionate we are about empowering people suffering from knee pain to get back to life. That means out of the house, on the move, embracing time with the people and activities you love. That’s why we’re thrilled to unveil our

You may be surprised to learn that the knee is the largest joint in the human body. The knee is a hinge joint and moves in two directions: flexion and extension. The femur, tibia, and patella are the bones directly involved in the knee joint. The tibia and femur roll on each other to create this

Haley from KGW’s Greater Portland Today came out to talk to Dr. Carroll about the clinic and what non-surgical options are availble for people struggling with osteoarthritis and chronic knee pain. Haley from KGW’s Greater Portland Today came out to talk to Dr. Carroll about the clinic and what non-surgical options are availble for people

If you’ve been told the only way to fix your knee pain is with knee-replacement surgery, now there’s another option — Reflex Knee Clinic. KATU’s Tammy Hernandez spoke with Clinic Director, Dr. Greg Carroll, about their game-changing approach to treating knee pain forever — without surgery! You can click here to watch the interview on KATU’s

Our very own Dr. Greg Carroll was recently featured on GetFit Radio. He describes the causes of knee pain and the range of non-surgical treatments available at Reflex Clinic. It’s a great show, so be sure to listen.     You can also get the file here: http://getfitnow.cascadiaaudio.com/getfitnow182.mp3   Call us to set up your free knee

The Reflex team recently participated in a teleconference with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Jeffrey Kauffman, who has been a principle investigator in multiple clinical research trials on chronic knee pain and osteoarthritis. The Reflex team recently participated in a teleconference with orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Jeffrey Kauffman, who has been a principle investigator in multiple clinical research