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Who We Are

We protect the patients' right to have access to the treatment of their choice.

The Washington Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Association (WAOMA) began as the Acupuncture Association of Washington (AAW) over 20 years ago. The organization has helped to provide a unified legislative voice for our profession. In fact, our founders were integral in helping to establish the legal practice of Oriental medicine in Washington state. WAOMA has been working hard to further the profession in a variety of ways.

Changed status from Certified Acupuncturist (C.A.) which required us to have physician sponsorship and supervision, to the title of Licensed Acupuncturists (L.Ac.) which allows us to practice independently.
Preserved the term "Oriental medicine" within our scope of practice.
Retained our lobbyist to monitor and advocate for state regulations that work for the acupuncture community.
Worked with the Office of the Insurance Commissioner and insurance companies to facilitate the integration of acupuncture into medical insurance reimbursement via the "Every Category of Provider" rule.
Created and maintained this web site to increase patient referrals to member acupuncturists and serve as an information source for the public, agencies and the professional community.

Maintaining a lobbyist in Olympia has been one of our greatest accomplishments, ensuring the support of favorable initiatives and protecting the profession from unfavorable laws. WAOMA serves as the liaison for acupuncturists to the state government, national organizations, the insurance industry, and other groups and agencies that affect our profession. Through general meetings, seminars, and our newsletter, Extraordinary Points (EP), we foster growth and integrity in our professional community.

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Supporting WAOMA helps ensure that the future practice of acupuncture and oriental medicine will grow and be protected in Washington state. Join Now!

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