Each year, ICD-10-CM is updated on Oct. 1. For 2026, there are 74,179 total codes, 487 additions, 28 deletions, and 38 revisions. Key rule: Code changes are based on date of service, not the claim ...

Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for centuries to support fertility by improving egg quality, balancing hormones and enhancing overall vitality. In TCM, fertility is closely tied to the body ...

Because traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) views the human body as an interconnected network of energy (qi) and seeks to restore balance and harmony, ensuring the smooth flow of qi and blood is ...

Kavoussi, et al., 7 reviewed research demonstrating that the parasympathetic ability to decrease inflammation was through stimulation of the vagal nerves’ efferent fibers. This was confirmed through ...

The most common symptom of an overactive bladder is a sudden, uncontrolled need or urge to urinate; followed by the need to urinate excessively throughout the day and night, independent of fluid ...

Unfortunately, figuring out whether an acupuncturist is licensed is not as easy as it looks. Although the most common degree designation for an acupuncturist is LAc, some states use different titles ...

Emotions act as a warning sign to the practitioner, indicating what organs may be involved in a patient’s pattern of imbalance. One of my main treatment goals when working with these patients is to ...

Victoria Summerquist attained a Master in Acupuncture from Bastyr University and Master in Public Health from the University of Washington. She is a professional member of the Association for Size ...

According to 2020 U.S. census data, mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects nearly 23% of the population, with the percentage expected to rise dramatically in the coming years as the baby-boomer ...

The eight extraordinary meridians, pathways of energy (qi), run deep within our bodies, and supply the 12 regular meridians with qi and blood, supporting our DNA or genetic heritage. They have no ...

Author’s Note: I recently sat down with Matthew Bauer, who has been in practice since 1986. He is the president of the Acupuncture Now Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating ...

Encryption is a critical tool in protecting PHI data from falling into the wrong hands. To prevent this from happening, acupuncturists should follow the National Institute of Standards & Technology ...