AZ SB1060

Expands diagnostic laboratory procedures that chiropractors can perform to include nasal swabs, oral swabs, sputum collection, finger pricks, and venipuncture, in addition to urine collection.

Allows chiropractors to conduct these diagnostic procedures to determine the appropriateness of chiropractic care or to refer patients to other licensed health care providers.

Requires chiropractors who test patients for COVID-19 and receive positive results to refer the patient to their primary care physician or another appropriate licensed health care provider for treatment.

Maintains existing prohibitions on chiropractors prescribing or administering medicine or drugs, performing surgery, or practicing obstetrics.

The COVID-19 testing referral requirement is set to expire on December 31, 2023.