Award
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health 5K01AT011776-04
Insurance Coverage for Acupuncture
Recipient
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Award Amount
$158,971.00
Ceiling
$158,971.00
Awarded
July 31, 2025
Identifier
5K01AT011776-04
Award for research on insurance coverage for acupuncture to improve access to pain care through studies and training.
Description
This project focuses on examining insurance coverage for acupuncture, including claims-based analyses and qualitative interviews. It aims to develop insurer-driven interventional studies to improve access to evidence-based pain care, especially for chronic low back pain. The training component supports a career shift towards acupuncture and pain care research.