0,000. This means that if you were injured in a car accident in Hawaii — regardless of who was at fault — your auto insurance covers acupuncture and medical massage at $0 out of pocket. AcuTherapy Clinics is a participating PIP provider at our Honolulu and Aiea locations.

Injuries Commonly Caused by Auto Accidents

Even a low-speed collision creates significant biomechanical force on the spine and soft tissue. Common injuries we treat include:

Why Early Treatment Matters

Scar tissue begins forming within days of a soft tissue injury. Untreated whiplash and spinal injuries can progress into chronic pain conditions. Early acupuncture treatment helps reduce acute inflammation, break the muscle-spasm cycle, and prevent long-term structural changes. We recommend beginning treatment within the first 1–2 weeks after your accident.

How PIP Billing Works

You do not need a referral. Contact your auto insurance carrier to confirm your PIP coverage, then call us. We handle all billing and paperwork directly with your insurer. In most cases you pay $0 at the time of service.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Hawaii PIP cover acupuncture? Yes. Hawaii No-Fault PIP covers acupuncture by a licensed acupuncturist for injuries sustained in a covered auto accident.

Do I need a police report to use PIP? Not necessarily. A police report strengthens your claim but is not always required to open a PIP claim. Contact your insurer as soon as possible after the accident.

What if my PIP runs out? If your PIP benefit (

AcuTherapy Clinics – Acupuncture & TCM in Honolulu, Hawaii

Licensed acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine clinics in Honolulu, Hawaii. Expert treatment for back pain, sciatica, neck pain, sports injuries, and chronic pain.

0,000 minimum) is exhausted, we can transition billing to other insurance such as UHA, HMAA, Medicare Supplement, or continue care on a private-pay basis.

Our Practitioners

Dr. David Cai, O.M.D., L.Ac., L.M.T. — Founder, 30+ years clinical experience with extensive injury and trauma recovery expertise. Hawaii Licensed Acupuncturist ACU-1125, NCCAOM Dipl. Ac. & Dipl. C.H. #962-1001-522.

Lisa Long, O.M.D., L.M.T. — Senior practitioner, 30+ years experience, co-developer of CenterGy (Synergies). Hawaii LMT MAT-17832.

Locations & Hours

Honolulu (Liliha): 1650 Liliha St, Suite 208, Honolulu, HI 96817 — (808) 528-7177

Aiea (Pearl City): 98-211 Pali Momi St, Suite 604, Aiea, HI 96701 — (808) 452-1900

Liliha hours: Monday–Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Aiea hours: Tuesday–Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday closed