Medicare Recipients ACT NOW! National Letter-writing Campaign to Support “The Federal Acupuncture Coverage Act of 2009” (HR 646) This is a decisive moment for acupuncture and Oriental medicine. HR 646, also known as “The Federal Acupuncture Coverage Act of 2009,” amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of qualified acupuncturist services under part B of the Medicare Program, and to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for coverage of such services under the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program. The passing of this bill will open acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) to many more patients who could benefit from its effectiveness. What can I do?  Write a letter to your Member of Congress. Write a letter in support of HR 646! The American Acupuncture Association of Oriental Medicine is isSúing a call to action letter writing campaign in support of HR 646.