H0496

Amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to provide for the Podiatric Medical Practice Act.

Introduced·1/19/26
Introduced Text

Idaho H0496 amends the Podiatric Medical Practice Act, establishing new rules for podiatry practice, licensure, and board composition.

Idaho H0496 repeals and replaces existing law to update the Podiatric Medical Practice Act. The bill defines podiatry as the diagnosis and treatment of ailments of the human foot and leg. It mandates a license for practicing podiatry and outlines the composition of the State Board of Medicine, which includes physicians, a physician assistant, and public members. The board is tasked with setting ethical practice standards, defining residency requirements, and prescribing licensure fees.

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Health and Welfare Committee
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Calendar

Feb 5

9:00 AM

House Health & Welfare Committee

History

Jan 20

House

Reported Printed and Referred to Health & Welfare

Jan 19

House

Introduced, read first time, referred to JRA for Printing