Massage Therapy Q

blondmist82

I have a massage scheduled for Wed this coming week and my insurance will be covering it, yay!  I was wondering should I still tip the therapist 15-20% even though I am using insurance?

 TIA

HBaylies

I would def say yes.  Service industry workers who provide excellent service deserve a tip.

shanmoyer

I would for sure!

h2babe

Absolutely.

blondmist82

Thank you guys for answering.  But if insurance is paying for it should I just ask them what would be the normal cost and then do 15-20% of that as a tip?

h2babe

Yep.

emmavenus77

I'm just curious, how is it that your insurance I paying for it? Is it at a chiropractor's?

marta602

It depends where you are getting the massage.  I get them at my Chiro and the therapists there cannot accept tips.  If you are going to a spa, then definately tip.

robinsokj

As a massage therapist I would say that a tip would be greatly appreciated.  Is it relaxation, deep tissue, or something else?

Either way, the tip amount is up to you.  I hate when clients ask b/c it makes me uncomforable.  1/2 $5 or $10 is average, 1 hr $10-$20 is average.