Leading the Profession and Future of Acupuncture while Improving Healthcare

To advance the profession and honor the tradition of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine in Oregon.
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Learn about accreditation, residency, board exams, and processes involved to become a licensed acupuncturist.  See more...

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March 2025 Newsletter

From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates From the Chair Dear Colleagues, 2025 is already off to an exciting start, and it’s looking like this year is going to be packed with action! On February 28, the Acupuncture for Our Seniors bill...

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 acupuncturists, provide more non-pharmacological options for pain relief, and enable growth of the acupuncture profession. Washington, D.C., February 28, 2025 – The American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) and the...

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 profession as subject matter experts of acupuncture while improving standards of education, practice, doctorate programs, continuing education, credentialing, and privileging.

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. It is administered federally, and recognition of provider groups requires...

December 2024 Newsletter

From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates From the Chair Dear Colleagues, As 2024 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting with pride on a year filled with growth, progress, and impactful achievements for the American Society of...

VIDEO: AHM Coalition’s Plan For Integration Through Collaboration

Published: October 25, 2024 This post first appeared on the American Society of Acupuncturists. Published October 25, 2024 Town Hall held Thursday, October 24th at 7:00pm ESTMichael Taromina leads a frank discussion on securing the future of Acupuncture in the U.S. with the national leaders of the...

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 Care Committee on March 14th! Over 850 people signed in Con for the hearing and about 950 Physical Therapists (PTs) signed in Pro. There were also numerous Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine...

WAEMA Legislative Alert for 2SHB 1039 Concerning physical therapists performing intramuscular needling has a public hearing on Senate Health Care Committee on March 14th at 8 am. We need your help!

Hi All, The “Physical Therapists Dry Needle” bill passed out of the House of Representatives and the Senate Health Care Committee has now scheduled a public hearing on 2SHB 1039 on March 14th at 8:00 am. WAEMA is still working hard to amend the bill and could use your support! So far over 400 PTs...

UPDATED!! WAEMA Legislative Alert! RE: 2SHB 1039 Concerning physical therapists performing intramuscular needling! Bill passed House of Representatives 93/1 and is moving to Senate Health Care Committee. We need your help!

Hi All, The PT intramuscular or dry needling bill, 2SHB 1039 passed out of the House of Representatives with no requested amendments on Monday with yeas, 94; nays, 1; absent, 0; excused, 3. (View Roll Calls) Chaiya Sherman, WAEMA President, and I met with the bill sponsor for an hour and a half...

March 2025 Newsletter

From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates From the Chair Dear Colleagues, 2025 is already off to an exciting start, and it’s looking like this year is going to be packed with action! On February 28, the Acupuncture for Our Seniors bill...

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 acupuncturists, provide more non-pharmacological options for pain relief, and enable growth of the acupuncture profession. Washington, D.C., February 28, 2025 – The American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) and the...

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 profession as subject matter experts of acupuncture while improving standards of education, practice, doctorate programs, continuing education, credentialing, and privileging.

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. It is administered federally, and recognition of provider groups requires...

December 2024 Newsletter

From the Chair | The Latest | ASA Joint Developments | ASA Sponsors | Ads | State Associations Updates From the Chair Dear Colleagues, As 2024 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting with pride on a year filled with growth, progress, and impactful achievements for the American Society of...

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Become a Member

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.

“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

Oregon Association of Acupuncturists 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 Oregon, OAA aims to enhance the quality of health care for people in Oregon. The OAA 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 OAA serves Oregon 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 OAA, 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 OAA. 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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