HB 2314 Summary

• Adds naturopathic physicians licensed under title 32, chapter 14 to multiple Arizona statutes where physicians are referenced, expanding their scope of practice and responsibilities.

• Authorizes naturopathic physicians to issue standing orders for epinephrine auto-injectors in schools and to administer or supervise administration of epinephrine in anaphylactic shock emergencies.

• Permits naturopathic physicians to certify absences due to illness, disease or accident for school pupils and to issue standing orders for inhalers and spacers in schools.

• Includes naturopathic physicians in provisions related to HIV testing authorization, medical code information on driver licenses, lead level reporting requirements, and genetic testing consent procedures.

• Expands the definition of "physician" and "health care provider" throughout Arizona law to include licensed naturopathic physicians in medical evaluation and authorization contexts.