Section 140.427  Acupuncture Services

a)         For purposes of enrollment in the Medical Assistance Program, an acupuncturist means a person who is licensed and is legally authorized to practice as a licensed acupuncturist, pursuant to the Acupuncture Practice Act [225 ILCS 2] and implementing rules (68 Ill. Adm. Code 1140). 

b)         Payment shall be made to acupuncturists for procedures related to chronic lower back pain and breech baby presentation.

(Source:  Section repealed at 33 Ill. Reg. 9048, effective June 15, 2009; new Section 140.427 added at 49 Ill. Reg. 4026, effective March 20, 2025)