AMTA Advocates to Preserve Massage Benefits in New York State Health Insurance Program

As the state of New York and various public employee labor unions negotiate new collective bargaining agreements, AMTA-NY is actively monitoring discussions regarding massage therapy benefits under the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP).

Massage therapy is an important component of healthcare for thousands of New York residents, and any reduction in benefits could negatively impact public access to care. AMTA is dedicated to preserving massage therapy benefits under NYSHIP, advancing the profession and promoting public health and wellness.

We remain committed to keeping you informed about the potential impact of these negotiations on the massage therapy profession in New York and will provide updates once agreements are finalized and publicly released.

Research Shows that Massage Reduces Pain and Lowers Healthcare Costs

In the meantime, we encourage you to review and share the attached white paper, which highlights the value of incorporating massage therapy into integrative treatment plans. The research demonstrates that massage can help reduce pain, improve function, lower utilization of higher-cost healthcare services, and decrease reliance on prescription medications.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we advocate for massage therapy in New York. As always, we encourage you to reach out to our Government Relations Team with any questions.