Our Vision

Our Clinic will be the independent and comprehensive Chinese Traditional Medical Clinic of Choice for our community's healthcare needs.

We provide the best quality treatment to our patients and make sure they can spend less treatment times. 

We will provide the highest quality treatments and the best friendly health service for our community. 

Are Chinese Medicine Practitioners (acupuncturists) considered health professionals in New Zealand?

​Yes, Chinese Medicine Practitioners (acupuncturists) are recognized as health professionals in New Zealand. Chinese medicine, which includes acupuncture, is a regulated health profession under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2023. Practitioners are required to register with the Chinese Medicine Council of New Zealand (CMCNZ) and hold a current annual practicing certificate to ensure they meet professional and ethical standards.

What are the benefits of acupuncture?

Acupuncture is widely used in New Zealand for treating various conditions, particularly pain management and injury recovery. Studies suggest that acupuncture may be effective for pain relief and reducing inflammation. The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) recognizes acupuncture's efficacy, especially in treating acute injuries, and provides coverage for such treatments under specific conditions.

Will Chinese Medicine Practitioners (acupuncturists) be able to lodge ACC claims for patients in the future?

Acupuncturists in New Zealand can become ACC Treatment Providers, allowing them to offer treatments covered by ACC. However, acupuncturists are not authorized to lodge initial ACC claims directly. The standard process requires patients to first consult a medical practitioner—such as a GP, osteopath, or physiotherapist—for a diagnosis and to lodge the initial claim. Once the claim is accepted, patients can receive acupuncture treatment without a referral.

Recent regulatory changes have further integrated Chinese medicine practitioners into the ACC system. As of December 2024, Chinese medicine practitioners, including acupuncturists registered with the CMCNZ, are recognized as registered health professionals under the Accident Compensation Act 2001. This designation allows them to provide services covered by ACC, enhancing patient access to acupuncture treatments.

In summary, acupuncturists are esteemed health professionals in New Zealand, offering valuable treatments for various conditions. While they can provide ACC-covered treatments, the process requires an initial diagnosis and claim lodged by a medical practitioner. Recent regulatory updates have improved the integration of acupuncture services within the ACC framework, benefiting both practitioners and patients.