> Answers about insurance, VAX-D spinal decompression, first visits, office hours and chiropractic care at Bonita Chiropractic Center in Bonita Springs, FL.

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- Published: 2026-09-01
- Updated: 2026-09-21
- Practice: Bonita Chiropractic Center, 16517 Vanderbilt Dr Suite 1, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
- Phone: (239) 992-5311
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# Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about our care, costs and what to expect — the same answers you’d get if you called and asked.

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## Quick answer

The questions patients ask most before their first visit at Bonita Chiropractic Center: we accept most insurance including Medicare, major PPOs, auto accident (PIP) and workers’ compensation; no referral is needed in Florida; care plans are short-term with no contracts and no pre-payment; and the office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:45 am–6:00 pm and Tuesday and Thursday 8:45 am–12:00 pm. Call (239) 992-5311 and a real person answers.

| Phone | (239) 992-5311 — answered in person during office hours |
| --- | --- |
| Address | 16517 Vanderbilt Dr Suite 1, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 |
| Open | Mon, Wed, Fri 8:45 am–6:00 pm · Tue, Thu 8:45 am–12:00 pm · closed weekends |
| Insurance | Medicare, major PPOs, auto accident (PIP), workers’ compensation |
| Referral needed | No — Florida allows direct access to chiropractic care |
| After a car accident | Florida PIP requires you to be seen within 14 days of the crash |

**Q. How long has Bonita Chiropractic Center been in practice?**

Over 35 years. Dr. Edward O’Neill has treated Bonita Springs patients since the 1980s, and the practice has offered VAX-D and spinal decompression for more than 15 of those years.

**Q. Where is the office located?**

16517 Vanderbilt Dr Suite 1, Bonita Springs, FL 34134 — on Vanderbilt Drive, minutes from Bonita Beach Road. Call (239) 992-5311 for directions.

**Q. What are your office hours?**

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:45 am – 6:00 pm; Tuesday and Thursday 8:45 am – 12:00 pm; closed weekends.

**Q. Do you accept my insurance?**

We accept most insurance plans, including Medicare, major PPOs, auto accident (PIP) and workers’ compensation. Call with your card handy and we’ll verify benefits before your visit.

**Q. What is VAX-D and is it right for me?**

VAX-D is the original patented, FDA-cleared spinal decompression system — a non-surgical option for herniated discs, degenerative disc disease and sciatica. Whether it’s right for you depends on your exam; Dr. O’Neill reviews every case individually.

**Q. Can chiropractic help me avoid back surgery?**

Many patients with disc problems find lasting relief through decompression and conservative care, and avoiding surgery is often the reason they come to us. Every case is different — we’ll give you an honest assessment, and refer you out if surgery truly is your best option.

**Q. Do I need a referral from my medical doctor?**

No. Florida allows you to see a chiropractor directly, and most insurance plans we accept don’t require a referral.

**Q. Will I be locked into a long treatment plan?**

Never. The practice philosophy is simple, short-term relief plans with no long-term contracts and no pre-payment plans — a policy patients have appreciated for 35 years.

**Q. Do you treat car accident injuries?**

Yes, regularly. Florida PIP insurance covers care after an auto accident, but you must seek treatment within 14 days of the crash — so call promptly.

**Q. Is chiropractic care safe for seniors?**

Yes. Gentle, low-force techniques are matched to each patient’s age, bone health and comfort. A large share of our patients are retirees — some have been with us for decades.

**Didn’t find your answer?** Call [(239) 992-5311](tel:+12399925311) — a real person answers during office hours, and we’re happy to help.

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## Ready to feel like yourself again?

Call the office or request a visit online. Our team will verify your insurance, answer your questions and get you on the schedule — usually within the week.

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