Acupuncture · Des Moines, WA

Acupuncturists in Des Moines, Washington

5 listings in Des Moines, including 1 clinic. Compare locations, call the practice directly, and check the practitioner's state license before your first visit.

Listings come from the U.S. National Provider Identifier (NPI) registry, a public federal database of healthcare providers (how we use it). Listings marked "WA license active" were checked against the Washington State Department of Health's public licensee data in October 2026. Other listings haven't been checked yet, so confirm licensure and availability directly. Request a correction or removal.

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At a glance

Acupuncture in Des Moines by the numbers

  • 5 acupuncture listings in Des Moines as of October 2026: 1 clinic and 4 individual practitioners.
  • 4 of 4 individual practitioners here have an active license confirmed against the Washington State Department of Health's public data (October 2026).
  • Des Moines ranks #62 of 142 Washington cities and towns by number of listings.
  • 3 list the L.Ac. (licensed acupuncturist) credential; 0 list a doctorate in acupuncture or Oriental medicine (DACM, DAOM, DOM or OMD).
  • 1 listing is other clinicians who also practice acupuncture, such as chiropractors (0) and physicians (0).
FAQ

Common questions about acupuncture in Des Moines

Which Des Moines acupuncturists have an active license?

4 individual practitioners in Des Moines have an active license confirmed against the Washington State Department of Health's public licensee data as of October 2026. They're marked "WA license active" in the list above and appear first.

How many acupuncturists are in Des Moines, WA?

As of October 2026, Acupuncturing lists 5 acupuncturists and clinics in Des Moines: 1 clinics and 4 individual practitioners, based on the federal NPI registry.

How do I check an acupuncturist's license in Washington?

Search the practitioner's name on the Washington licensing board's website. Most states license acupuncturists through an acupuncture board or the medical board. Every listing here also shows its NPI number, which you can look up in the federal NPI Registry at npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov.

Does insurance cover acupuncture?

Coverage depends on your plan, so call your insurer and ask about acupuncture benefits before your first visit. Medicare Part B covers acupuncture for chronic low back pain, up to 12 sessions in 90 days and 20 a year, when the provider meets Medicare's rules. If a practice is out of network, ask for a superbill you can submit yourself. See our cost and insurance guide.

How do I choose an acupuncturist in Des Moines?

Shortlist two or three practices near you, then call and ask about their training, what they treat most often, first-visit cost and whether they're accepting new patients. Our guide to choosing an acupuncturist has a full checklist.

Are there acupuncturists near Des Moines?

Nearby places with listings include Seattle (704), Shoreline (21), Burien (18), Bainbridge Island (14), Lake Forest Park (3).