The AHM Coalition is a collaboration of the four major national acupuncture organizations (ACAHM, ASA, CCAHM, and NCCAOM) to advance...
WATCH: The AHM Coalition Townhall May 15, 2024
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May 2024 Newsletter
May 2024 Newsletter From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates From the Chair Dear Colleagues Perhaps you’ve seen all the beautifully curated Facebook videos and photos posted by our newly created Social...
March 2024 Newsletter
March 2024 Newsletter From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | State Associations Updates From the Chair Dear Colleagues, As we are only a few weeks away from the glorious cherry blossom season in Washington, DC, I am delighted to extend...
WATCH: The Most Important Thing You Can Do for the Profession: Support H.R. 3133 February 13, 2024
Watch the first ASA and NCCAOM Town Hall of 2024 where we discuss Supporting the HR 3133 - Acupuncture for our Seniors Act in...
The ASA and the NCBAHM Endorse the Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act of 2023
The Acupuncture for our Seniors Act would increase Medicare beneficiaries’ access to acupuncturists, provide more non-pharmacological options for pain relief, and promote the profession’s growth. WASHINGTON, May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Society of...
Reps. Chu, Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act of 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2023 CONTACTS: Graeme Crews (Chu), (202) 597-2923 Reagan McCarthy (Fitzpatrick) Reps. Chu, Fitzpatrick Introduce Bipartisan Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act of 2023 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Reps. Judy Chu (CA-28) and Brian Fitzpatrick...
WATCH: 3/8/2023 Advocacy Webinar Recording
Watch the Video Now In this video, Nell Smircina, ASA Vice Chair Public Policy and Jennifer Broadwell, ASA Advocacy Chair discuss: Why NOW is the time we must show up and tell our story to our Federal Representatives featuring: How to best prepare to be an effective...
Urgent Legislative Alert! Need Action ASAP!! Support HB 1655 regarding provider compensation for health care providers!!
Dear WAEMA Members, As we are all painfully aware, insurance provider rates have been stagnant for nearly 20 years. On Friday, February 10th (we incorrectly stated February 17th in our original email) the House Health Care Committee held a public hearing on HB 1655...
Urgent WAEMA Legislative Alert! HB 1039 Concerning physical therapists performing intramuscular needling, passed out of the House Health Care Committee unanimously!
In a democracy, there is no stronger connection than between a legislator and the folks that live in their district, their constituents. It’s time for all licensed Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Practitioners (AEMPs) to contact their local legislators and help us...
WATCH: “State of the Profession: Where Do We Go From Here?” Jan 18, 2023 Town Hall
Watch this 1-hour recording. ASA Chair Olivia Hsu Friedman discusses the immediate steps WE as a profession, must take to continue performing and preserving our system of medicine. Please share with another acupuncturist! EACH ONE, REACH ONE WATCH THIS VIDEO TO START!...
Legislative Alert HB 1039 – Physical therapists performing intramuscular needling!
Legislative Alert: HB 1039 – The profession of acupuncture and Eastern medicine needs your help! HB 1039 has been pre-filed for the 2023 Legislative Session that starts on January 9th, 2023. Please start contacting your local legislators ASAP as this bill may be heard...
Promoting Efficiency and Equity within CMS Program
Download the PDF ASA-NCCAOM CMS RFI - Health Equity_November 2022
Benefits of Medicare: Provider Status for Acupuncturists
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The Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act H.R. 4803 Fact Sheet
The Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act H.R. 4803 Fact Sheet H.R. 4803 - Fact Sheet HR4803 Fact Sheet (Chinese)
Here’s how your patients can help move HR4803 – Patient Testimonial Kit
Join the ASA’s Medicare advocacy efforts by collecting testimonials from your patients to support H.R. 4803, The Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act. Patient testimonials are a great way to engage your patients and educate legislators on the benefits of receiving...
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WATCH: NCBAHM – ASA Town Hall February 9, 2022
NCCAOM - ASA Town Hall February 9, 2022
ASA and NCBAHM Working Together: New Year Latest Medicare Update!
TOWN HALL MEETING SAVE THE DATE! Join us Wednesday, February 9, 2022 8 pmE/7pmC/6pmM/5pmP Advocacy and Grassroots Initiative By ASA and NCCAOM Advocacy Team REGISTER More information: Medicare Update Article in Acupuncture Today
Clarification of the No Surprises Act for Acupuncturists
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Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act H.R. 4803
Download the PDF Medicare Recognition H.R. 4803
Join Your State Member Association!
Joining your state association supports local, state, and national efforts to present the profession as subject matter experts of acupuncture while improving standards of education, practice, doctorate programs, continuing education, credentialing, and privileging.