About Inner Renewal

Inner Renewal uses acupuncture and herbal therapies to restore healthy function to the body and mind from the inside out.

Acupuncture provides the tools to restore balance to areas where disease and illness are originating.  It allows us to stay in harmony with our highest, most positive direction – removing the heavy, negative energies that come with frustration, disappointment and anxiety. The results are deep and long-lasting health, vitality and peacefulness.

Our specialties are reproductive health care through the life cycle including fertility work, digestive disorders, migraines, emotional imbalances and health optimization. We create customized treatment plans for each person to help them meet their health goals and ultimately to stay well.  We are open and interested in collaborating with other health care providers to optimize the health of our patients.

Inner Renewal is honored to deliver effective healing experiences that countless doctors have provided to patients for thousands of years. We are driven by our passion to move people to a more vibrant state of health and overall wellness. Our goal is for you to stay well.

Conditions Treated

Acupuncture and herbal medicines are the primary East Asian medical therapies utilized at this clinic. Cupping, moxabustion and sound therapy are also used. East Asian Medical theory describes an elegant and ancient system for optimizing health naturally. Observation of health and healing over millennia provided the foundation that allows this remarkable system of medicine to be taught, studied and practiced today with excellent results. These therapies can successfully treat the conditions listed below, and restore vibrant health and vitality to the body, mind and spirit.

Women’s Health

  • Menstrual Regulation
  • PMS and PMDD
  • Menopause/peri-menopause
  • Fertility
  • Healthy pregnancy
  • Organ prolapse

Well-Being

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Fatigue
  • Insomnia
  • Jet lag

Children’s Health

  • Allergies
  • Digestive complaints
  • Peri-menstruation
  • Colds and flus
  • Bed wetting

Illness

  • Colds & flu treatment
  • Digestive disorders
  • Asthma
  • Post-treatment recovery

Injury / Pain

  • Headaches/Migraines
  • Joint pain
  • Injury recovery

Aging

  • Stress recovery
  • Memory support
  • Improved sleep
  • Vision support
  • Healthy aging
View the complete list of treatable conditions according to a 2002 World Health Organization report on acupuncture.

I was recently diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy. The right side of my face was completely paralyzed and I had a sinus infection which was causing crippling pain. I had no taste buds and was unable to blink my right eye. I just had my fifth session with Inderjeet and I am 90-95% back to normal. I can smile, blink and rub my lips together.  I never thought I would be so happy to be able to do these simple things. I had no previous experience with acupuncture but I am now a huge fan. Inderjeet is incredibly kind, thoughtful and will explain everything to you. She is joyful and intelligent and you feel so relaxed after a session.  She was very supportive of me pursuing Western medicine treatments simultaneously. Her goal is to be a tool that will help you on the road to wellness.  I am thrilled with the results and always look forward to seeing her.

Inner Renewal Patient

Practitioners

Inderjeet Ramgotra

Inderjeet Ramgotra

MSc East Asian Medical Practitioner

Inderjeet brings over 35 years of experience in natural medicine to you in a safe, private healing environment. She believes in an integrative approach to health optimization, and that acupuncture can be complementary to other treatments. She pays in-depth attention to patients’ stories, allowing her to distill what is most essential in the healing process. She regularly spends time getting to know her patients and developing relationships with other practitioners – including MDs, naturopaths, and fertility specialists. The main value she provides patients is partnership in healthcare and self-care. She has passion for connecting to and awakening each patient’s inner vitality, and is dedicated to effectively assisting them along their journey to vibrant health.

  • Diplomate in Oriental Medicine, 2001
  • MSc Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, 2001
  • BSc Anatomy and Cell Biology, 1998
  • Master Herbalist, 1992
  • Massage Therapist, 1990

FAQs

Does acupuncture hurt?

A common misconception is that acupuncture will hurt. This may be because there is an idea that acupuncture uses the types of needles used for shots or vaccines. This is not the case, as acupuncture uses sterile, medical grade acupuncture pins. These are very fine – more or less the size of a human hair. Sometimes a minor sensation is felt during insertion of the pin. If it is uncomfortable be sure to let your acupuncturist know. The dominating sensation that results from acupuncture is a palpable feeling of calm and well-being. It is a pathway to your inner peace.

Do I need to believe in acupuncture for it to work?

There is no need to believe in acupuncture to enjoy and appreciate the results. We welcome  your skepticism and curiosity, and are happy to discuss and share what we know.

Do you work in collaboration with other health providers?

We are very fortunate here in the Seattle area because we enjoy a culture of respectful collaboration amongst healthcare providers of many disciplines. Holistic health is achieved by exploring the multifaceted nature of life. At Inner Renewal, we are honored to work within a collection of professionals who share the values of delivering excellent, specific and appropriate treatment to our patients. When needed, we are happy to refer you to providers whom we trust and respect.

How long does a typical appointment last?

The typical first appointment is an hour and a half long. It includes a detailed intake interview that informs us what your health care needs are, and the best way that we can help you. The interview itself will last between 30 and 45 minutes, followed by a treatment time of 40-50 minutes. Subsequent treatments typically last between 1 to 1.5 hours depending on complexity of need. We never rush when it comes to your health care and well-being – and we recommend that give yourself additional time following your appointment to enjoy the results of your treatment.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

We will email you some intake forms that we would appreciate you completing and bringing to your first appointment.  Please also bring up-to-date insurance information (if applicable). Co-payments and payments will be collected at time of service.

Please do bring a willingness to ask questions that you may have about your treatment and our process.

The calendar shows no openings - is it broken?

Most likely, it is not broken. The online calendar displays appointments for the next 45 days only. Other dates show in perpetuity but they are not available for scheduling. Within the 45 day window, appointments are often booked up, but changes do occur so please check back frequently. Another day will open up tomorrow.

How far into the future does the calendar show?

The calendar displays days into perpetuity. Only the following 45 days are open for scheduling. Beyond that, appointments are not yet available for scheduling. The calendar opens up day by day.

I’d like to become a patient. Is Inderjeet accepting new patients?

 Inderjeet’s practice is referral based – which means that her practice welcomes friends and family of current patients as well as referrals from other healthcare providers and members of the Kaiser and Regence Insurance networks. New patients are seen on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:15pm. If another time-slot is required, please email inderjeet@irhealth.com for further consideration. Thank you.

When will I receive reminders about my appointments?

Email reminders arrive 3 days in advance and again 36 hours in advance. You may cancel up to 19 hours in advance of your appointment without penalty for Inderjeet.

 

 

How do I find appointment reminders in my email?

Search your email inbox or archive for NOREPLY@unifiedpractice.com. If you don’t see reminders, be sure to also check in your spam folder. It can be a good idea to add NOREPLY@unifiedpractice.com to your safe sender list.

How is my information used?

IR Health fiercely protects your personal and health information. Email and SMS communication is expressly for appointment information and logistics pertaining to care given and received at IR Health. Your information will never be shared with any third-party unless you request it for legal purposes.

What is your cancellation policy?

You may cancel up to 19 hours in advance of your appointment without penalty.

This generous cancellation policy is in effect on a trial basis. Being less than 24 hours, it is intended to allow maximum flexibility for the unexpected and unpredictable nature of life while still allowing time for the vacant appointment slot to be filled by someone on the waitlist. When uncertain about keeping your appointment, please consider others in this community and make your decision as early as you can.

In the case that an emergency occurs inside of this window – reach out as soon as you can before your appointment through the  patient portal. Email communication and office phone calls are not sufficient for this purpose because the window is so short. Unavoidable emergencies may be excused from the late cancellation policy. Insincere use of this policy is untenable within the therapeutic relationship.

I truly believe that Inderjeet’s excellent treatment is what made the difference for me in terms of getting and staying pregnant. My husband and I are so grateful that Inderjeet came into our lives. Today we have two healthy children that have brought so much joy into the world. I refer everyone I know that is struggling with fertility to Inderjeet. Her work is outstanding, she is by far the best medical professional that has ever treated me. I’ll never forget the day that I brought the twins in to meet Inderjeet. It was an extremely emotional moment for me as she was such a critical factor to bringing them into the world. I will always hold Inderjeet close to my heart, for the tremendous patience, love and expertise that she offered so generously to me and my family.

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Insurance

Can I use my health insurance?

In order to utilize your insurance coverage, Inner Renewal requires your committed partnership to ensure proper processing of claims, insurance payments and collection of patient portions.

We accept insurance because we sincerely want to support individuals and families in accessing care. To be frank, it is demanding to do so. For this reason, our providers only contract with insurance companies that, in our experience, operate according to reliable and predictable business practices. These days, that is Regence and Kaiser.

Inner Renewal will submit claims to Premera on your behalf to access out-of-network benefits. To utilize out of network benefits for all other companies, superbills are provided for self-submission to your plan.

Can I meet the expectations required of patients using insurance?

Patients are expected to monitor their EOB’s (explanation of benefits). The EOB exactly reflects the information received by IR Health. We strive to keep our data exactly aligned with the EOB’s 100% of the time. Occasionally mistakes happen and when they do, we are committed to correcting them.

Patients are expected to keep a functioning payment card in their portal. Once insurance processing is complete and we receive the EOB, patient portions will immediately be charged to the credit card on file. If this payment method is unsuccessful due to expiration of credit card or lack of funds in account, a payment link will be emailed to the address on file. The link is active for 72 hours. If no payment is submitted, late fees will accrue. If the link needs to be re-sent, please ping Rachel at Rachel@executiveaccountmanagement.org or me through the patient portal or email me at inderjeet@irhealth.com  Late fees accrue until payment is made. It is encouraged that you maintain a functioning payment card in your file.

IR Health commits to submit your claim up to two times. After that, if payment is not received from the insurance company, it is due from the patient. In certain cases, more attention is needed to process claims accurately. With your partnership, we are willing to do what it takes.

What if my insurance doesn’t cover my visit?

IR Health allows claims to remain unpaid for 45 days. After this time, payment is due from the patient unless the insurer has undertaken an extra long processing time.

If it appears that benefits are not being applied as expected, please review your EOB and contact your insurance provider for explanation.

Patient portions and EOB’s differ when purchases of herbs or services (not covered by insurance) are provided on the same date of service.

Is Inderjeet "In-Network"?

To verify whether Inderjeet is in-network for your plan search on your plan website by name, Inderjeet Ramgotra, or by NPI#1124106679.

I need extra insurance help - who should I call?

Please call my Insurance specialist: Rachel at Executive Account Management(253) 212-0354 or email her at Rachel@executiveaccountmanagement.org.

Given that insurance providers lawfully communicate all claim actions via an explanation of benefits (EOB), we require that you have access to your EOB when discussing financial decisions made on claims.

What else should I know about insurance coverage?

IR Health understands the need for insurance and remains committed to helping individuals and families receive effective medical care. Insurance agreements are sufficient as long as reimbursement is fair and relatively unburdened. In cases where it is not, I may discontinue my relationship with the insurer. It is the responsibility of the patient to ensure that coverage is in effect. I will notify current patients of changes to the relationship.

Our office is located at Arboretum Court, in Madison Valley.

Inner Renewal and the Healthy Path
3130 East Madison Street, Suite #200
Seattle, WA 98112
office@irhealth.com
206.328.3058