Hawaii HB1744 mandates the inclusion of naturopathic medicine coverage under Medicaid by amending the state plan or requesting federal approval.

Hawaii HB1744 requires the Department of Human Services to either amend the Hawaii Medicaid state plan or request federal approval to include naturopathic medicine coverage. This coverage allows patients to choose a licensed naturopathic physician as their primary care provider. It ensures that naturopathic medical services are reimbursed at rates comparable to traditional medical services, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and ongoing health management.

Hawaii HB1744 mandates the inclusion of naturopathic medicine coverage under Medicaid by amending the state plan or requesting federal approval.

Hawaii HB1744 requires the Department of Human Services to either amend the Hawaii Medicaid state plan or request federal approval to include naturopathic medicine coverage. This coverage allows patients to choose a licensed naturopathic physician as their primary care provider. It ensures that naturopathic medical services are reimbursed at rates comparable to traditional medical services, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and ongoing health management.