Acupuncture is one of the most extensively researched and clinically validated forms of integrative medicine in the world. At AcuMed Clinic, individual acupuncture sessions are conducted in private treatment rooms — fully tailored to your specific condition, health history, and goals.
How Acupuncture Works
Acupuncture involves the precise insertion of ultra-fine, sterile needles at specific points along the body's meridian pathways. These pathways carry Qi — the body's vital energy — to every organ, tissue, and system. When Qi is blocked or imbalanced, pain, dysfunction, and illness follow.
By stimulating specific acupoints, we restore the smooth flow of Qi, triggering the body's natural healing response: reducing inflammation, modulating the nervous system, improving circulation, and releasing endorphins. Modern research has confirmed these mechanisms, which is why Medicare now covers acupuncture specifically for chronic low back pain.
Your First Visit at AcuMed Clinic
Dr. Kitt begins with a comprehensive intake — health history, current symptoms, lifestyle factors, pulse diagnosis, and tongue assessment. This whole-person evaluation allows her to identify the root cause of your condition, not just manage its symptoms.
Your individualized treatment plan is developed from that first visit. Needle placement, technique, session duration, and adjunct therapies (electrical stimulation, cupping, moxa) are all tailored to you. No two treatment plans at AcuMed Clinic are the same.
Want to read what the clinical studies say? See our Modern Research & Acupuncture page for a summary of the peer-reviewed evidence behind the care we provide.
Insurance Coverage
AcuMed Clinic is in-network with BlueCross BlueShield and UnitedHealthcare from day one, and VA Community Care credentialed for veterans. Medicare enrollment is in progress — patients can be forward-booked now for coverage beginning within 30–90 days of opening.
Don't have insurance? Community acupuncture is our most affordable care option, with financial aid available. Call us to verify your benefits or ask about financial assistance before your first visit.
When acupuncture is recommended by your AcuMed provider as part of your individualized treatment plan, our team will review your insurance benefits and discuss available treatment options and fees before services are provided.
Conditions We Treat Include:
Insurance
Covered by BCBS, UHC, and VA Community Care from Day 1. Medicare enrollment in progress.
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