Insurance plans vary. The state of Vermont does not require acupuncture to be a covered service at this time, though many insurance plans do cover it. We recommend that you call the phone number on your insurance card and ask if acupuncture provided by a licensed acupuncturist is covered. We are CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna, and United in network providers. Not all CIGNA or BCBS plans cover acupuncture. Some MVP plans cover acupuncture as well. We will bill your insurance directly if your plan includes acupuncture services.
We are in network with Optum, and are able to see veterans. A referral is required to receive acupuncture benefits through the VA.
We will bill other insurance companies for our patients as out of network providers if acupuncture is included in your plan.
Currently, acupuncture is not covered by Medicare or Medicaid.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are eligible for acupuncture coverage. Please request a receipt or pay with your Flex Spending card at the time of service, a fee may be applied for requesting past receipts.
Workers Compensation and Personal Injury will usually cover acupuncture when an injury occurs at the work place or by an auto accident. Prior authorization is required. Please bring all information regarding your claim to your first visit.
Full payment for time of service patients, or co-pay or co-insurance if applicable, is due to IAOM on the day of your treatment.
We have offered $10 Group Acupuncture treatments in our Montpelier office since 2010 to provide treatment that is affordable for all. More information here.
We continue to work to achieve more access to our services via insurance coverage. Our providers are members of our national and state associations, lobbying on our patients' behalf for equality in healthcare coverage. Let your state representatives know if you would like to see acupuncture become a mandated covered service in Vermont.