HB1093

Establishes the Louisiana Board of Naturopathic Medicine to oversee naturopathic doctors.

Creates the Louisiana Board of Naturopathic Medicine within the Louisiana Department of Health. The board consists of four naturopathic doctors and one consumer member appointed by the governor. The board governs the practice of naturopathic medicine, establishes ethical and professional standards, and sets licensing requirements. Licensees must use protected titles and display their license at their practice. The board sets fees, defines the scope of practice, and establishes procedures for approving educational programs and competency examinations.