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Assembly Passes Legislation to Expand Access to Acupuncture Services in New York
The New York State Assembly has passed legislation to expand access to acupuncture services by requiring mandatory health insurance coverage for treatment under large group insurance policies. Announced on April 1, 2026, the bill (A.622), led by Assemblymember Ron Kim...
March 2026 Newsletter
Chair Letter | The Latest | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates Chair Letter Hello again, As I step back into my role as chairperson of the ASA Board, I want to extend my sincere thanks to our Board of Directors as a whole—and to Kelly Hora...
WATCH: HIPAA Updates for 2026
What Acupuncturists Need to Know About Notices of Privacy Practices and Beyond Presented to the American Society of Acupuncturists January 22, 2026 By John P. Murdoch II, Esq. Critical HIPAA Updates for 2026: What Acupuncturists Need to Know Healthcare compliance...
ASA Statement on Dry Needling 12-16-2025
The American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) supports the safe, ethical, and legally authorized practice of acupuncture and dry needling. The ASA’s position is grounded in patient safety, regulatory clarity, and adherence to professional scopes of practice. Dry...
December 2025 Newsletter
Chair Letter | The Latest | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates Chair Letter Hello everyone, I hope you are having a wonderful winter holiday season, in whatever way you celebrate. Let me start by apologizing for not being as present and involved as the...
WATCH: Greater Access, Greater Impact – The VA’s EPS Program and Opportunities for Acupuncturists Sept 17th, 2025
READ: NCCAOM - ASA Webinar EPS - Sept 17,2025 PDF
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