At French Broad Chiropractic, we are proud to support veterans through the VA Community Care program. We know that navigating your healthcare benefits as a veteran can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to access services like chiropractic care. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or recovering from an injury, we are here to help you on your journey to better health. If you’re wondering how VA insurance works with chiropractic services, you’re in the right place.

Why Chiropractic Care Matters For Veterans

As a veteran, you’ve likely experienced physical stress—whether from training, deployments, heavy gear, or injury. These physical demands often lead to:

  • Chronic back or neck pain
  • Joint stiffness or reduced mobility
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Sciatica and nerve-related pain
  • Difficulty sleeping due to discomfort

Chiropractic care focuses on treating the body’s musculoskeletal system through manual therapies, movement correction, and other drug-free approaches.

Put simply: it helps you move better and hurt less.

We want to get you back to doing the things you love—without relying on painkillers or unnecessary surgeries.

How To Get Chiropractic Care Through The VA

Getting your care covered doesn’t have to be a mystery. Here’s a step-by-step walkthrough to make the process easier.

Step 1: Make Sure You’re Enrolled In VA Health Care

You must be enrolled in the VA healthcare system to receive chiropractic benefits. If you’re not already enrolled:

Step 2: Schedule An Appointment With Your VA Primary Care Provider

Let your VA provider know about the pain or issue you’re experiencing. Be specific about how it’s affecting your daily life, work, or mobility.

Examples of symptoms to discuss:

  • Constant lower back pain
  • Neck or shoulder discomfort limiting your movement
  • Issues with posture or walking

Your VA doctor will evaluate whether chiropractic care is appropriate as part of your treatment plan.

Step 3: Request A Referral Through The VA’s Community Care Program 

If your provider agrees chiropractic care is beneficial, you can request care through a community provider (like Dr. Taylor at French Broad Chiropractic). Here’s what typically needs to happen:

  • Your provider completes a VA consultation/referral form
  • Approval is processed by the VA Community Care Office
  • Once approved, you receive authorization to schedule with an in-network clinic (Dr. Taylor @French Broad Chiropractic)

Note: This process can take some time, so don’t wait until the pain is unbearable to start the conversation.

Step 4: Schedule Your Appointment With An Approved Chiropractor

Once you have your authorization, French Broad Chiropractic can get you on the schedule. We guide you through the paperwork and verification, so all you have to focus on is your recovery.

How French Broad Chiropractic Can Help

We don’t just treat pain—we help you move better, feel stronger, and live more freely.

Working with veterans is important to us. That’s why we’re proud to be part of the VA Community Care Network and offer:

  • A structured care plan based on your goals
  • Complete guidance through the VA referral process
  • Open communication with your VA provider
  • Flexible scheduling and local accessibility

If you’re in pain and unsure where to start, we’re here to walk you through the steps.

Take The Next Step Toward A Pain-Free Life

You’ve served your country. You deserve the best care possible—without headaches or runaround. 

If you’re ready to explore VA-covered chiropractic care, here’s what you can do:

  1. Talk to your VA primary care provider about your pain.
  2. Request a referral to Elite Chiropractic Rehab & Wellness.
  3. Contact us with any questions, and we’ll help guide you from there.

Living pain-free isn’t just a dream—it’s a plan. And at FBC, we’re ready to help you work it.