September 23, 2020 Dear Colleagues, Patients, and Supporters of the Acupuncture Profession: The American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) are pleased to announce efforts to...
Click here for this digital-first article from the leadership teams of the ASA and the NCCAOM on the path forward to ensure acupuncturists' recognition as Medicare practitioners.
The NCCAOM & ASA Acupuncture Medicine Cultural Competency Task Force was formed to address issues of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within our profession. This committee is co-chaired by NCCAOM Board member and former Chair, Afua Bromley, MSOM, LAc, Dipl Ac...
On July 4, 2020, a Congressional bill was signed into law that would continue to provide relief to small business owners in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The law extends application period for the Protection Program (PPP) through August 8, 2020. The PPP eligibility...
The ASA & NCCAOM would like to share additional information regarding how Medicare recognition would affect the acupuncture profession. We hope to provide some clarity as there were a few statements from our June 24, 2020 ASA & NCCAOM Town Hall that led to...
In follow up to the June 24 Town Hall, How Medicare Recognition Would Affect the Acupuncture Profession, the ASA and the NCCAOM would like to provide additional information about Medicare participation and Medicare reimbursement.
This event has passed. See below for archived resources. July 1st, Weekly Town Hall Meeting #14: Recording Disclaimer: The information presented by guests on the ASA/NCCAOM Town Hall meetings is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to direct specific...
This event has passed. See below for archived resources. June 24th, Weekly Town Hall Meeting #13: Recording Disclaimer: The information presented by guests on the ASA/NCCAOM Town Hall meetings is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to direct specific...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) previously announced the opening of a docket to obtain comment concerning perspectives on and experiences with pain and pain management. Below you will find the...
This event has passed. See below for archived resources. June 17th, Weekly Town Hall Meeting #12: Recording Disclaimer: The information presented by guests on the ASA/NCCAOM Town Hall meetings is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to direct specific...
Town Hall special guest, Dr. Robert Woodbine, kindly provided his time to speak about our role as healers in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and aftermath of the George Floyd incident.
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act was signed in law today to provide small businesses more relief opportunities. The law extends the timeline for using PPP funds and broadens the requirements for loan forgiveness. The ASA/NCCAOM Summary Document...
This event has passed. See below for archived resources. June 10th, Weekly Town Hall Meeting #11: Recording Disclaimer: The information presented by guests on the ASA/NCCAOM Town Hall meetings is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to direct specific...
The ASA and NCCAOM are interested to gain valuable insight into the state of the profession. We also would like to gather your input regarding how COVID-19 has impacted the profession. We ask your help in completing this COVID - 19 Workforce Survey. All participants...
This event has passed. See below for archived resources. June 3rd, Weekly Town Hall Meeting #10: Recording Disclaimer: The information presented by guests on the ASA/NCCAOM Town Hall meetings is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to direct specific...
This letter was published in the August, 1963 issue of the Atlantic Monthly. To read the entire letter, click here. The Atlantic Monthly; August 1963; The Negro Is Your Brother; Volume 212, No. 2; pages 78 - 88.
The ASA and NCCAOM are interested to gain valuable insight into the state of the profession. We also would like to gather your input regarding how COVID-19 has impacted the profession. We ask your help in completing this COVID - 19 Workforce Survey. All participants...
Dear Colleagues, It is an honor and a privilege to serve as the ASA’s new Chair. Because of Dr. David Miller’s tireless leadership, dedication and sacrifice combined with the outstanding talents, skills and contributions of every board and council member, our...
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