The accupuncture used for addiction is actually focused around the ears. Some hospitals have even started employing accupuncturists in their detox wards. At least that was the case in my last job (hospital pharmacist). You might be able to find out if a local hospital employs or recommends someone. As far as avoiding the label of addict, it can be tough. In some cases insurance requires a prescription to cover accupuncture. At least make sure the prescription doesn't specify for addiction, and then maybe ask the accupurist if they could treat you for addiction without recording that or billing with that kind of note. Sorry...it is tricky. But the accupuncturists who treat addictions commonly may be more understanding and treat you for the addiction but leave the record saying for back pain.
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