Leading the Profession and Future of Acupuncture while Improving Healthcare
We are focused on advancing acupuncture as a medicine, increasing access for patients, educating the public, advising policy makers, and promoting standards to ensure safety and promote best practices. Become a member todayWhy Join The AssociationLearn about accreditation, residency, board exams, and processes involved to become a licensed acupuncturist. See more...
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NCSAAM Community News
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Asheville Wellness Practitioner Response – Volunteer and Donations Requested
***Asking for help: locations, volunteers, donations for Wellness Response effort*** We know that traumatic stress is one of the primary causes of modern illness, and every member of the Western North Carolina community is experiencing that stress...
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OPTUM CLAW BACKS FOR CODES 97139, 97039 WERE IN ERROR
ASA Insurance Chair, Mori West, has issued the following update: Please disseminate this in ALL states that have Optum as the carrier for the VA CCN - Regions 1,2,3 . The following states are NOT affected: CA, MV, AZ, UT, OR, WA, ID, MT, WY, CO NM,...
National News
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March 2025 Newsletter
From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations...
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The ASA and the NCCAOM Endorse The Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act Act of 2025 (H.R. 1667)
The Acupuncture for our Seniors Act would increase Medicare beneficiaries’ access to...
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WATCH: ASA AND NCCAOM WEBINAR – 2025 Strategy for Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act – Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Joining your state association supports local, state, and national efforts to present the...
ASA Community News
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Congressman Josh Gottheimer Supports HR3133
Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D, NJ-5) has become a cosponsor of bill HR3133, the Acupuncture for...
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Thank you for your support to amend 2SHB 1039 – Concerning physical therapists performing intramuscular needling!
Your calls to state legislators made a huge difference at the public hearing in the Senate Health...
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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.
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“If you thoroughly investigate the pathomechanism there will be no illness for which you will fail to give the appropriate treatment.”
– Huangdi Neijing Suwen
Advocacy
North Carolina acknowledges and respects all traditions of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. We believe that cooperation and strength among practitioners and supporters will ensure that this ancient and modern medical profession will retain its integrity. Anyone can advocate for safe and effective acupuncture. As licensed acupuncturists, we advocate our practices. As leaders in the field, we step up, learn, and contribute to the local, state, and national efforts to maintain standards while improving the profession.
Legislation
By protecting the legal status to practice acupuncture in North Carolina, NCSAAM aims to enhance the quality of health care for people in North Carolina. The NCSAAM membership fees support our dynamic lobbyist team that has already thwarted an attempt for secondary oversight and limitation on practice. Understanding the legislative process and taking action is one way the NCSAAM serves North Carolina acupuncturists and strengthens the practice of acupuncture as a medicine.
Get Involved
Help shape the future of acupuncture and the delivery of medicine within private practice, Health Maintenance Organizations, Preferred Provider Organizations, and public healthcare (Medicare, Military, VA, and Tribal care).
Become a Member
By joining the NCSAAM, you also become a member of the ASA. Collectively, you become an essential part of a statewide and national powerhouse that serves to elevate licensed acupuncturists and advance the profession as a medicine.
Advertise with Us
Reach a wide audience since we are the leaders in acupuncture information for practitioners, patients, the public, and policy makers. We hold educational events, send out regular newsletters, and engage in social media.
Donate to Our Association
We depend upon the generosity of our members, sponsors, and others to help us fund our work. It takes time and money to manage a membership association. If you have been positively impacted by authentic acupuncture practices, please consider contributing to our efforts to educate patients, the public, and policy makers. Visit our Make a Donation page for more information.
Become a Sponsor
Our profession needs partners. Your support will help our endeavor to be seen and heard as a dynamic presence in the delivery of medicine. There are a variety of ways to be a sponsor with NCSAAM. In return, your logo can be added to newsletters, marketing materials, and our website that has been crafted to provide education to patients, the public, and policy makers. Visit our Become a Sponsor page for more information.
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