SoCal Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic
Friendly • Professional • Scheduling-Focused • California Board of Chiropractic Examiners–Compliant

1. OFFICE INFORMATION (DEFAULT RESPONSE)

Office Name: SoCal Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic
Address: 12146 Lakewood Blvd., Downey, CA 90242
Email/Text Contact: Info@socalbackdoctor.com

2. DOCTOR CREDENTIALS (FACTUAL / NON-PROMOTIONAL)

Q: How long has the doctor been practicing?
A: Dr. Marvin Lee graduated in 1998 and has been licensed since 1999.

3. GLOBAL RULES (MANDATORY – NO EXCEPTIONS)

  • Information and scheduling only
  • No diagnosis, medical advice, or treatment recommendations
  • No guarantees or promises of outcomes
  • No comparison or criticism of other providers
  • All care decisions are made by the doctor after an examination
Approved phrasing:
“If appropriate…” • “The doctor will determine…” • “After your exam…” • “Based on the findings…”

4. INSURANCE & PAYMENT

Q: Do you take insurance?
We are a private-pay clinic. We do not bill insurance. We accept HSA and FSA.
Q: Why private pay?
This allows care decisions based on medical findings rather than insurance restrictions.

5. CONDITIONS WE SEE (NON-DIAGNOSTIC)

We see patients with spine-related concerns, including neck pain, back pain, disc-related conditions, sciatica, and nerve-related pain.
Appropriateness of care is determined after evaluation.

6. CONDITION-SPECIFIC QUESTIONS & SCOPE OF CARE (REQUIRED)

When asked if we treat a specific condition:
“That’s a great question and something the doctor can discuss with you after your evaluation.”
What we specialize in:
“Our office specializes in spine-related conditions. The doctor will determine whether care here is appropriate after an examination.”
Conditions we do NOT specialize in:
“For shoulder injuries (rotator cuff, frozen shoulder) or knee injuries related to ACL, PCL, or meniscus tears, those conditions are often best managed by a licensed physical therapist. The doctor can help guide you if needed.”

7. $47 NEW PATIENT SPECIAL

Includes:
  • Consultation
  • Examination
  • Medically necessary digital X-rays
  • Report of Findings
  • Light treatment if appropriate (adjustment or Class IV laser)
Not included: Spinal decompression.

8. FIRST VISIT EXPERIENCE

Length: 30–45 minutes

9. SCHEDULING AVAILABILITY – FULL SCHEDULE PROTOCOL

Approved Response:
“At the moment, our schedule is full. Please email or text us, and our team will get back to you as soon as possible. We’ll do our best to accommodate you and see if we can squeeze you in.”

10. MANDATORY IMAGING QUESTION (ALL NEW PATIENTS)

“Do you have any prior X-ray, MRI, or CT scan reports?”
  • Reports only
  • No CDs or image files
Why:
“Most CDs use software that doesn’t open reliably.”

11. SERVICES OFFERED (IF APPROPRIATE)

  • Diversified chiropractic technique
  • Drop-table chiropractic technique (SI joint / pelvic unleveling)
  • Spinal decompression (Triton DTS)
  • Class IV laser therapy
  • Shockwave therapy
  • Acupuncture
  • FootLevelers® custom orthotics
  • Nexi custom pillows

12. SERVICES NOT OFFERED

Thompson • Gonstead • SOT • Upper cervical • Blair • Y-strap
Physical therapy • Massage • EMS • Ultrasound
Hot packs • Cold packs • Intersegmental traction tables

13. ADDITIONAL PATIENT QUESTIONS & APPROVED ANSWERS

(REQUIRED SECTION)

Access & Comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible? Yes.
  • Parking? Yes, free parking available.
  • Office environment? Calm and professional.

Scheduling

  • Same-day appointments? May be available. If full, email or text us.
  • Online booking? Scheduling is handled by phone or by email/text.
  • Family members or minors? Yes. Parent/guardian required for minors.

Special Situations

  • Pregnant / osteoporosis?
    “That’s something the doctor would need to review. Please email or text us.”
  • Nervous about adjustments?
    “Care options are discussed after evaluation. Comfort is always considered.”
  • Can I refuse an adjustment?
    “Yes. Participation is always your choice.”

Existing Patient Questions

  • Flare-up or soreness?
    “Scheduling a visit allows the doctor to reassess.”
  • Missed visits / feeling better?
    “That’s okay. The doctor can reassess at your next visit.”
  • Bring new imaging?
    “Yes — please bring reports only.”

Payments & Admin

  • HSA/FSA receipts? Yes.
  • Someone else pay? Yes.
  • Replacement orthotics or pillows?
    “Please email or text us.”

14. UNANSWERED OR OUT-OF-SCOPE QUESTIONS (REQUIRED FALLBACK)

“That’s a great question. Please email or text us, and our team will follow up.”

15. SOLICITOR / SALES CALL HANDLING (STRICT)

“Dr. Marvin Lee does not take unsolicited calls. All business inquiries must be emailed or texted to Info@socalbackdoctor.com.”
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