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Three Ways to Book.
Fastest
Book online
Pick your service and time on Vagaro; confirmation is instant, and you can do it at midnight if that's when you remember. Acupuncture, massage, and insurance-billed sessions each have their own booking option, so choose the one that matches your plan — first visits run 60 minutes, follow-ups 30.
Book on Vagaro →Talk it through
Call us
Not sure which service fits, or hoping to squeeze into a same-day gap? We answer 9 AM to 9 PM, every day — in English or Mandarin. A real person, not a phone tree.
Call (240) 715-5939Insurance patients
Text us
Using UnitedHealthcare or Aetna? Text your insurance policy info to 240-715-5939 and we'll run a free benefits check before you book — you'll know your coverage before any money changes hands.
Text 240-715-5939Same-week appointments are usually available — often within 2 to 3 days. Still comparing options first? Browse the full acupuncture services menu, check transparent pricing, or read about our clinic on the McLean acupuncture page.
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What Happens Next.
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Step 1
Confirm your time. Online bookings confirm instantly on Vagaro; if you call or text, we reply with your slot and anything worth knowing before you come in.
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Step 2
Billing insurance? Text your policy info first. We verify UnitedHealthcare and Aetna benefits for free, then book you as an insurance session — details on our insurance page.
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Step 3
Arrive 10 minutes early. Free parking on-site at 1481 Chain Bridge Rd — the two-story red-brick building near Route 123. We're in Ste 300; settle in with WiFi and the snack bar.
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Step 4
Your first session runs 60 minutes. Consultation, the tongue and pulse assessment used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, then your first treatment with our licensed practitioners. New to needles? The NCCIH overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine explains the evidence in plain terms.
Hours
Open every day, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Monday through Sunday, no exceptions for weekends. Lunch-break and after-work visits both fit — whether you're coming off Route 123, the GW Parkway, or the Silver Line from Tysons.
Cancellations
Plans changed? Just tell us.
Call (240) 715-5939 to confirm the current cancellation policy. As much notice as you can manage keeps evening and weekend slots open for other patients — a quick text is enough to reschedule.
— Before you arrive
Booking questions.
How soon can I get an appointment?
Usually the same week — often within 2 to 3 days. Because we're open 7 days from 9 AM to 9 PM, demand spreads out more than at a weekday-only clinic. Evenings and Saturday mornings fill first. If you need a specific slot — a lunch break from Tysons, say — book online a few days ahead rather than day-of, and you'll almost always get your pick.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Comfortable clothes, and — if you're billing insurance — your insurance card or a photo of it. Better yet, text the policy info ahead so verification is already done when you arrive. A list of current medications helps the consultation too. Arrive about 10 minutes early to park and settle in. The full checklist is in our new patient guide.
Can I book in Chinese?
Yes — call or text 240-715-5939 and book fully in Mandarin. Our licensed practitioners speak Chinese, so the consultation and the treatment itself can stay in Chinese as well, from the first call through every follow-up visit. No interpreter, no app, no switching mid-sentence.
Can I book an evening or weekend appointment?
Yes. We're open every day from 9 AM to 9 PM, Saturday and Sunday included, so evening and weekend slots are part of the regular schedule rather than an exception. They are also the first to fill — booking a few days ahead rather than day-of usually gets you the exact time you want.
Is parking free at the McLean clinic?
Yes — parking is free directly on-site at 1481 Chain Bridge Rd, Ste 300, with no garages and no meters. Look for the two-story red-brick building near Route 123; the Ste 300 entrance is signposted. Arriving about 10 minutes early gives you time to park and settle in before your session starts.
— Research & references
NCCIH — Traditional Chinese Medicine: What You Need To Know
Worth reading before a first visit: what acupuncture involves, how practitioners are licensed in the US, and what the research supports.
NCCIH — Chronic Pain and Complementary Health Approaches
Research reviewed by NCCIH suggests acupuncture may help some people with certain chronic pain conditions. Evidence varies by condition, and results are individual.
NCCIH — Massage Therapy: What You Need To Know
If you are booking bodywork rather than acupuncture, this covers what massage therapy has been studied for and the situations that call for a physician first.
Citations are summarized — please consult the original sources. This page is general health education, not medical advice for your specific case; results vary and acupuncture works best alongside, not instead of, care from your physician.