Session: What Healthcare Documentation Professionals Should Know About Acupuncture
Presenter: Sarah Stegman, DVM
Session Description:
This introductory session provides healthcare documentation professionals with a foundational understanding of acupuncture—its history, principles, and clinical applications. Attendees will learn about key terminology, the role of acupuncture in veterinary medicine, and how to accurately interpret and document related treatments and procedures.
Learning objectives
1. Gain a basic understanding of acupuncture and its place in modern veterinary medicine.
2. Learn common acupuncture terms and treatment descriptions to enhance documentation accuracy.
3. Improve comprehension of acupuncture reports and patient charts.
4. Boost overall confidence when encountering acupuncture-related content in documentation work.