Call for task force volunteers on insurance reimbursement rates

Dear CSOMA Community,

CSOMA’s 4th Annual Conference & Expo in Oakland is officially this week, and we can’t wait to see you IN PERSON! We look forward to connecting with fellow practitioners and students, engaging with our esteemed presenters—Jenny, Jamie, and Josh—and visiting with the fabulous exhibitors who continually champion our profession.

As part of our ongoing advocacy, the CSOMA Board of Directors is launching two new strategic task forces. Protecting and advancing our scope of practice requires a strong, unified voice, and we actively invite your participation in these critical initiatives.

1. Task Force on Increasing Insurance Reimbursement Rates We are assembling a dedicated team to advocate for fair compensation. The primary objectives of this task force are to increase the total number of CPT codes reimbursed by carriers and to raise the payout amounts for licensed acupuncturists across California.

2. CSOMA Acupuncture Schools Outreach Task Force To safeguard the future of our profession, we must engage the next generation of practitioners. This team will focus on reaching current students and alumni to educate them on the vital importance of CSOMA membership. We need a strong presence to ensure our voices are heard at the state level and to protect our practice rights.

Your expertise and energy are what drive our profession forward. Whether we see you in Oakland this week or collaborate with you on a task force, thank you for your continued dedication to advancing acupuncture in California!

Coming up:

When: Tuesday, Oct 13 | 7-9PM PST
Where: Online: Register here
CEUs: 2 CAB(Category 1) – includes 2 Ethics CEUs
Registration: $32 for CSOMA Members, $80 for non-members, $0/FREE! No-credit option

Meet the speaker: Dennis von Elgg, LAc., is an acupuncturist, educator, and author who has spent more than three decades exploring the intersection of Traditional Chinese Medicine, modern medical science, and the human experience. He practices in West Sonoma County, where he has dedicated his career to helping patients understand the relationship between psychological well-being and cardiovascular health—and the positive outcomes that can emerge when the two are brought into greater harmony.

About the class: This two-hour course bridges classical Chinese medicine and contemporary cardiology through the lens of psychocardiology, examining how conditions such as takotsubo cardiomyopathy, low heart rate variability, and Type D personality intersect with the TCM concepts of Jing, Qi, Shen, and Blood. Drawing on classical sources — the Su Wen, Ling Shu, and Nan Jing — alongside modern diagnostics like lipid panels, electrocardiograms, and coronary artery calcium scores, participants will explore pattern differentiation, including Blood Stasis, Phlegm Obstruction, and Yin Deficiency, through real-world clinical case material.

Learn more here

Join us for 2-days of fully online and interactive learning and networking at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

This event will feature expert speakers discussing the latest trends in integrative medicine. From acupuncture to herbal medicine, orthopedic and whole health integration, our symposium covers a wide range of topics to enhance your clinical practice.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow healthcare professionals and expand your knowledge in the field of integrative medicine.

Register now to secure your spot!

Expand your clinical skills with this hands-on pediatric workshop led by Dr. Robyn Adcock, DACM, LAc (Director of Integrative Medicine, UCSF Stad Center). Master Japanese shonishin, pediatric acupressure, and family communication through live patient demonstrations. Open to practitioners and acupuncture students nationwide.

See full details and registration here.

Thank you for reading,

CSOMA

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