Complementary Care Through American Specialty Health
Support Your Wellness With Acupuncture
Some Champion Health Plan members have access to acupuncture beyond Original Medicare through American Specialty Health (ASH).*
Acupuncture is a well-known way to help manage pain and support overall wellness.
This benefit is often combined with your chiropractic benefit under one shared visit limit. Coverage, eligibility, and provider access vary by plan.
Check your Evidence of Coverage (EOC) to see exact terms, benefits, and limitations.
Who can use this benefit:
- Members enrolled in an eligible plan that includes routine acupuncture
- Members managing chronic pain or looking for complementary care options
- Members already receiving Medicare-covered acupuncture who want to add routine visits
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Acupuncture Benefit
How many acupuncture visits does my plan cover?
The number of covered visits varies by plan and is often combined with your chiropractic benefit. Check your Evidence of Coverage for your exact visit limit.
Is acupuncture covered by Original Medicare?
Original Medicare covers acupuncture only for chronic low back pain, under specific conditions. Champion Health Plan plans may offer routine acupuncture beyond that.
Can I use this with my chiropractic benefit?
Yes. On plans that include both, visits are often combined under one shared limit through American Specialty Health.
*Check your Evidence of Coverage (EOC) to see exact terms, benefits, and limitations.
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Champion Health Plan Benefits
Benefits vary by plan. Explore each benefit offering below.
Vision
Routine vision care including exams and glasses through EyeMed.
Dental
Comprehensive dental coverage including $3,000 allowance across all plans.
OTC, Healthy Foods, & Utilities
Up to $500 per quarter for Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI) eligible members.
Transportation
No-cost rides to plan-approved medical appointments.
Hearing
$0 hearing exam and low-cost hearing aids through TruHearing.
Chiropractic
Spinal adjustments to ease pain and improve mobility.
Acupuncture
Needle-based treatments to relieve pain and support overall wellness.
24-7 Nurse Advice Line
Phone access to a registered nurse anytime, day or night, through our partner Carenet Health.
Eastern Wellness Therapies
A blend of Western medicine with Eastern health approaches, including acupuncture, cupping, and other traditional therapies.
Fitness
As a Champion Health Plan member, you can enjoy the Silver&Fit® Healthy Aging and Exercise program at no additional cost beyond your monthly premium.
Respite Care
In-home support and non-medical personal care services through Helper Bees.
MedImpact Direct Mail Program
Home delivery of maintenance medications through the MedImpact Direct Mail® Program, powered by Birdi™.
Concierge Services
A dedicated Care Concierge Team to support you, your caregiver, and your doctors, at no extra cost.
Personal Alert
A Personal Emergency Response System provides help at the push of a button.
Home Based Dialysis Support
Extra support for home dialysis, included in our Chronic Kidney Disease plans.
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Consult a Champion Health Plan representative to learn how we can be your Champion in health.
This page was last updated on 10/1/2026. Pending CMS approval.