Not generally. In cases where your local Primary Care Group (PCG) or Primary Care Trust (PCT) have agreed a contract with a local acupuncturist, your GP may make a referral. However, you should always enquire as to the training of an acupuncturist and ensure that they have studied for a minimum three years full-time or the part-time equivalent. Many GP’s/Physios have just done a short training course.
Acupuncture is however covered by a number of health insurance companies and policies, to find out further information about this click here.