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Out of State 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 Our Seniors Act of 2023. Gottheimer is now one of seventeen representatives nationwide supporting this bill. Gottheimer […]
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House Professional Licensure Committee Advances Gallagher Acupuncture Bill
On October 3, the House Professional Licensure Committee voted to report HB 1490, which updates the Acupuncture law, to the full House. The bill was unanimously reported as amended. The […]
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House Bill 1490 has been introduced and referred to the House Professional Licensure Committee
House Bill 1490 has been introduced and referred to the House Professional Licensure Committee. This bill would allow licensed acupuncturists from other states to temporarily practice acupuncture during continuing education […]
National News
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The ASA and the NCBAHM 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 acupuncturists, provide more non-pharmacological options for pain relief, and enable growth of the acupuncture profession. Washington, D.C., February […]
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WATCH: ASA AND NCBAHM 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 profession as subject matter experts of acupuncture while improving standards of education, practice, doctorate programs, continuing education, […]
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READ: The Answers to Ten FAQ’s about Medicare
Acupuncturists and MedicareFrequently Asked Questions BackgroundMedicare is a federal health insurance program for people who are 65 and older, as well as those with disabilities and certain significant medical conditions. […]
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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
The APA 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 Pennsylvania, The APA aims to enhance the quality of health care for people in our state. The APA membership fees support our dynamic lobbyist team that has removed the mandated secondary oversight and limitation on practice. Understanding the legislative process and taking action is one way the APA serves Pennsylvanian acupuncturists and strengthens the practice of acupuncture as a medicine.