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Acupuncturists and Medicare
Frequently Asked Questions

Background
Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 and older, as well as those with disabilities and certain significant medical conditions. It is administered federally, and recognition of provider groups requires an act of Congress to amend the Social Security Act (SSA).

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) began covering acupuncture services for chronic lower back pain in January 2020. CMS Decision Memo For Acupuncture For Chronic Lower Back Pain. Prior to this decision, Medicare did not cover any form of acupuncture.

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