Leading the Profession and Improving Healthcare for Vermonters

We are focused on advancing acupuncture as a medicine, increasing access for patients, providing resources for practitioners, and promoting best practice.
Become a member todayWhy Join The Association

Learn about accreditation of academic institutions, board exams and processes involved to become a licensed acupuncturist.  See more…

Each state establishes laws and regulations governing the practice and activities that a licensed practitioner is permitted to perform. See more…

Find resources and information pertaining to the practice of acupuncture for practitioners and patients.  See more…

Become a Member

Joining your state association supports not only local and state efforts, but also national efforts to represent the profession of Acupuncture Medicine. 

A significant representation of practitioners is necessary for consensus building, and a critical mass of professionals is necessary to establish legitimacy as a representative institution.  By joining, you advocate for your practice, your peers, and your patients!

Resources for You

For Practitioners

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For the Public

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For Policy Makers

Upcoming VTAA Events

Community Events

Online Webinars

National Events

Out of State Events

Continuing VTAA Education

AHM Coalition’s Plan For Integration Through Collaboration

Published October 24, 2024 Thursday, October 24th at 7:00pm ESTJoin Michael Taromina as he leads a frank discussion on securing the future of Acupuncture in the U.S. with the national leaders of the AHM Coalition: John Yoo, ACAHM, Board ChairThomas Kouo, CCAHM, Vice PresidentMolly Ford, NCCAOM,...

Research Committee Quarterly Newsletter: Acupuncture Study

Published October 21, 2024 Re: News from the ASA Research Committee Dear ASA members, We are writing our newsletter this quarter to share an opportunity and a gift. First the opportunity is to share your knowledge and experience as part of an ongoing study on the clinicians’ motivations for...

Town Hall: What Medicare and Medicaid Can Do for the Acupuncture Profession

Published October 18, 2024 Acupuncturists and our allied health colleagues are invited to join this important and inspiring conversation. Learn how Medicaid and Medicare are being integrated into the Acupuncture Profession right now and future possibilities from these dynamic speakers. Wednesday,...

American Society of Acupuncturists’ Annual Live In Person Only Conference!

Published October 9, 2024 American Society of Acupuncturists’ AnnualLive In Person Only Conference &ASA’s 10th Anniversary Celebration:Cultivating Our Future TogetherApril 26-27, 2025 in Arlington, VAAcupuncture for our Public ServantsApril 28, 2025 on Capitol Hill Mark your calendars for the...

Asheville Wellness Practitioner Response – Volunteer and Donations Requested

Published: October 2, 2024 ***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 right now. Now and in...

Last Call – Annual Meeting Tickets Available Online Til 9/12

Last Call for Tickets – Online Registration Ends Thurs 9/12Onsite registration availableLight lunch will be provided – bring your own beverage We have 7 hours of incredible content from these speakers – plus news and updates from the ASM Board of Directors and Committee Chairs. Stay for the full...

Top 5 Reasons to Attend the ASM Annual Meeting

Come for the connections, insights, and community! Register now! Top 5 Reasons to Attend Hear expert speakers with key insights, success stories, and new perspectives Earn 8 CEUs for the full day (lic ac) Build connections with like-minded colleagues Enhance community in this profession – we are...

Dr. Joseph Audette – Keynote Speaker for Annual Mtg

Early Bird Rates Fly Away SaturdayMembers & Non-Members save thru 8/10Register now! Spotlight on Our Keynote Speaker  –  Joseph Audette, M.A., M.D.2pm – 5pm The ASM is fortunate to have Dr. Joseph Audette as our Keynote Speaker at this year’s annual meeting. He is a part-time professor at Harvard...

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 forthe VA CCN – Regions 1,2,3 . The following states are NOT affected:CA, MV, AZ, UT, OR, WA, ID, MT, WY, CO NM, TX, AK, HI. Optum WAS sending out recoupment letters...

In all interactions with patients, the practitioner is always composed, takes the necessary time, remains objective and performs every procedure with the utmost care and precision.

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Advocacy for Practitioners

VTAA acknowledges and respects all traditions of Acupuncture Medicine. We believe that cooperation, education, and advocacy for the profession will ensure the highest quality of care for the public. By protecting the legal status of the profession of acupuncture, VTAA enhances the quality of healthcare for all Vermonters.

Legislation Lobbying & Protection

By protecting the legal status to practice acupuncture in Vermont, VTAA aims to enhance the quality of health care for people in Vermont. Your membership fees support our monitoring of legislative activities that affect scope of practice in our state, and support lobbying efforts when approved by membership.  Understanding the legislative process and taking action is one way the VTAA serves Vermont acupuncturists and strengthens the practice of acupuncture as legally recognized and regulated.

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).

Become a Member

By joining the VTAA, you also become a member of the American Society of Acupuncturists. Collectively, you become an essential part of a statewide and national powerhouse that serves to elevate licensed acupuncturists and advance the profession.

Advertise with Us

Reach a wide audience as the leaders in acupuncture information for practitioners, patients, the public, and policy makers. We hold educational events and regularly engage with our membership and the general public for advocacy within the state of Vermont.

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 Vermont Acupuncture Association.  Visit our Become a Sponsor page for more information.