As of this writing, Medicare does not cover acupuncture, but many large private insurers now pay for acupuncture treatments. Rules for coverage vary between insurance policies. Some have strict governing rules that require acupuncture treatments be administered by a medical doctor. Others cover its use when replacing anesthesia. Many allow coverage for:
Pain relief
Migraine headaches
Nausea, particularly following chemotherapy
Kaly gives you an option to check if an acupuncturist accepts your insurance. It even provides a way to ensure you reference the right plan with the Kaly Insurance Checker . It’s best, however, to verify your coverage and possible co-pays directly with your insurance carrier.