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Avoiding Denials for Exams (E&M) Codes

Exams and re-exams must be documented as separate and distinct from the pre and post-service evaluation associated with acupuncture. The acupuncture codes indicate the time is 15 minutes of face to face with insertion or “reinsertion” for the additional sets. Note the reinsertion should be seen as additional insertion as

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Research Supports Acupuncture for Insomnia

Billing & Coding: Research Supports Acupuncture for Insomnia

Is acupuncture an effective treatment for people suffering from insomnia? With 25% of Americans developing insomnia each year, research now supports acupuncture as an effective drug-free solution. Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AAC). Is acupuncture an effective treatment for people suffering from

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Hiring an Acupuncture Assistant

Billing & Coding: Hiring an Acupuncture Assistant

The Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine profession has matured to the point where assistants are now a necessity. This is why hiring the right person to fill your acupuncture assistant position is key. Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AAC). As an acupuncturist,

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Billing & Coding For A Substitute Doctor

Billing & Coding For A Substitute Doctor

It is a common practice for a doctor to find someone to cover for them while they are away from their office for a temporary or extended period of time. Here’re some things you need to know when preparing for a “fill-in” doctor. . Welcome to your billing and coding

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Job Opportunities for Acupuncturists

Billing & Coding: Job Opportunities for Acupuncturists

Are you looking for meaningful and rewarding career options as an acupuncturist? Here are just a few different career paths you could choose as an acupuncturist. Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AAC). Are you looking for meaningful and rewarding career options as

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No Surprise Act: Practical Tips

Billing & Coding: No Surprise Act: Practical Tips

Does the No Surprise Act impact your acupuncture practice? The answer is yes! The “No Surprises Act” is designed to prevent patients from… Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions by American Acupuncture Council Network (AAC). Does the No Surprise Act impact your acupuncture practice? The answer is yes!

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US Demand for Acupuncturist

Billing & Coding: US Demand for Acupuncturist

The demand for acupuncturists is expected to go up, with over 13,000 new jobs expected to be filled by 2029. This represents an annual increase of more than 4% over the next few years. As acupuncture has become more established in… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRQcKOEn2Fo Welcome to your billing and coding weekly solutions

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Keeping Track of Income vs Spending

Billing & Coding: Keeping Track of Income vs Spending

As an acupuncturist, your ultimate goal is to help your patients by promoting healing and overall wellness. However, if your finances are not in order you can’t fulfill your practice’s dreams and goals. Three important habits to consider as you build a financially healthy acupuncture practice include… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffpO9gYlO_w Welcome to

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Are Insurance Claims Draining Your Acupuncture Practice?

Are Insurance Claims Draining Your Acupuncture Practice?

What if your acupuncture practice is losing revenue from preventable insurance claim errors? Incorrect coding, incomplete documentation, missing modifiers, and payer-specific requirements can all lead to denials, delayed payments, and money left on the table. Every treatment you provide represents revenue your practice has earned. So getting the claim right

Smarter payment solutions for acupuncture practices

Why Acupuncture Practices Need Smarter Payment Solutions

Discover how smarter payment solutions can help acupuncture practices simplify patient payments, reduce administrative work, improve payment visibility, and support a more efficient financial workflow. Learn what to consider when choosing a payment system, including convenience, integration, security, and HIPAA considerations.

Acupuncture billing mistakes that can cost a practice revenue

5 Acupuncture Billing Mistakes That Could Cost Your Practice Revenue

5 Acupuncture Billing Mistakes That Could Cost Your Practice Revenue Billing mistakes can quietly reduce the revenue your acupuncture practice should be collecting. A claim may be delayed, rejected, or denied because of a small administrative error, incorrect coding, incomplete documentation, or a misunderstanding of a patient’s insurance benefits. The

Does health insurance cover acupuncture?

Does Health Insurance Cover Acupuncture?

Health insurance may cover acupuncture, but coverage varies by plan, diagnosis, provider, and payer rules. This guide explains what acupuncture practices should verify, how Medicare covers chronic low back pain, why Medicaid rules vary by state, and how careful benefits verification can clarify patient responsibility.