Leading the Profession and Improving Healthcare for Vermonters
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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,...
ASA Community News
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Asheville Wellness Practitioner Response – Volunteer and Donations Requested
Published: October 2, 2024 ***Asking for help: locations, volunteers, donations for Wellness...
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Last Call – Annual Meeting Tickets Available Online Til 9/12
Last Call for Tickets – Online Registration Ends Thurs 9/12Onsite registration availableLight...
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Top 5 Reasons to Attend the ASM Annual Meeting
Come for the connections, insights, and community! Register now! Top 5 Reasons to Attend Hear...
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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!
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.