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Acupuncture is considered exceptionally safe when performed by a licensed professional. In the U.S. and Europe, needles are regulated as single-use medical devices, ensuring they are sterile and disposed of immediately after treatment.

In 2026, new ICD-10-CM coding updates have introduced more granularity for acupuncture billing. Acupuncturists must now specify the exact site (laterality) and the nature of the encounter (initial vs. follow-up) to receive insurance reimbursement. This increased documentation helps insurance providers like Medicare and private payers track the effectiveness of acupuncture, leading to wider coverage for chronic pain patients who wish to avoid opioid medications.