Veteran Massage Therapy – Optum / VA Community Care | Body Evolution Spa

If you are a Veteran with chronic pain, post-surgical recovery needs, or stress-related muscle tension, your doctor at the Optum / VA may be able to refer you to our spa for massage therapy. Once your referral is approved, Optum / VA pays for up to 12 authorized sessions

—You pay $0 out of pocket for those visits.

Important:
Coverage and number of visits are always determined by the Optum / VA. Benefits vary by individual and require a valid referral and authorization.

Our Mission: Healing Through Giving

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does every Veteran automatically get 12 free sessions?
 A: No. The number of sessions and the time period are decided by Optum / VA based on your referral and medical needs. Many authorizations include up to 12 visits, but that is not guaranteed for everyone.

Q: Can I book a session before my authorization is approved?
 A: If you book before we receive your authorization, the visit may be considered self-pay. We recommend waiting until your referral is approved, or calling us first to verify your status.

Q: Can I continue treatment after my 12 sessions are used?
 A: Yes. Your VA provider may submit another referral if medically necessary, or you can continue as a self-pay client at our regular or membership rates.

You may qualify if:

  • You are enrolled in Optum / VA Community health care
  • You have a service-connected or clinically significant condition that may benefit from massage therapy (such as chronic pain, post-op recovery, limited mobility, or muscle tension)
  • Your Optum / VA provider writes a referral for massage or manual therapy through Community Care
  • The Optum / VA issues an authorization naming Body Evolution Spa (or our NPI) as the provider

If you’re not sure whether you qualify, we’re happy to help you understand the process.

How Optum / VA-Paid Massage Sessions Work

1

Ask your Optum / VA primary care provider, surgeon, or specialist if massage therapy or manual lymphatic drainage would help with your condition. If they agree, they can submit a Community Care referral to Body Evolution Spa.

2

Once the Optum / VA processes the referral, they’ll decide:

  • How many visits are approved (often up to 12 per authorization)
  • The time period you have to use them
  • The specific diagnosis and type of service

You’ll receive a letter or phone call from Community Care with your approval details.

3

As soon as you’re approved, you can schedule your massage sessions with us.

We:

  • Verify your authorization
  • Provide the prescribed sessions
  • Submit billing directly to  Optum / VA

For all authorized visits, you pay nothing at the time of service.

Your exact treatment plan will depend on your Optum / VA referral and medical diagnosis. Standard services we provide for Veterans include:

  • Therapeutic Massage for chronic pain, muscle tension, and stiffness
  • Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) to support post-surgical swelling and recovery (if ordered by your provider)
  • Relaxation Massage to help with stress, anxiety, and sleep issues
  • Targeted 30–60 minute sessions for neck, shoulders, low back, or legs

All sessions are delivered in a calm, respectful environment designed to support healing of both body and mind.

How to Get Started

1. Speak with your Optum / VA primary care provider or specialist.
 2. Request a referral for massage therapy or MLD through Optum / VA Community Care.
 3. Ask for the referral to be directed to:
 Body Evolution Spa – NPI #1508554494
 4. Once approved, call us to schedule:
  (225) 436-5797