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VA Advocacy: Securing Acupuncture Referrals Before September 30

26 Sep VA Advocacy: Securing Acupuncture Referrals Before September 30

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September 30 marks the end of the VA’s fiscal year — and for veterans in Naples, that means now is the time to secure acupuncture referrals. As a VA-recognized provider, Dr. Alik is helping local veterans access care that supports both physical and emotional healing.

Why September 30 Matters

  • Unused benefits may reset with the new fiscal year

  • Referrals take time to process, so applying early ensures care continues

  • Veteran demand increases in September, making early requests essential

How Veterans Can Access Acupuncture

  1. Talk to your VA Primary Care Provider → request acupuncture referral

  2. Ask for Community Care referral → ensures local access in Naples

  3. Schedule with a VA-recognized provider → Dr. Alik specializes in veteran care

Why Veterans Rely on Acupuncture

  • Pain management without opioids

  • PTSD relief, easing nightmares and hypervigilance

  • Sleep restoration, critical for resilience

  • Neuropathy relief, improving comfort and mobility

Studies confirm acupuncture reduces both pain and PTSD symptoms in veterans, improving quality of life and lowering healthcare costs .

Naples Veteran Story

A Marine Corps veteran said: “I nearly missed my referral deadline last year. Now I tell every vet I know: get your paperwork in by September 30. Acupuncture has been life-changing for me.”

FAQs

Does the VA really cover acupuncture?
Yes, through Community Care with referral.

Do referrals expire?
Yes, which is why September deadlines matter.

Is it confidential?
Yes, all sessions are private and trauma-informed.

Call to Action

Naples veterans: don’t miss the September 30 deadline. Ask your VA provider for an acupuncture referral today and begin care with Dr. Alik.

References:

  • Engel CC, et al. “Acupuncture for PTSD in veterans: randomized trial.” Med Care. 2014.

  • Coan RM, et al. “Acupuncture for chronic pain in veterans: systematic review.” Med Acupunct. 2019.

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