CT HB06797

Redefines the practice of naturopathy effective October 1, 2015 to include diagnosis, prevention and treatment of disease through natural healing methods approved by the State Board of Naturopathic Examiners and Commissioner of Public Health.

Specifies naturopathic practice includes counseling, physical sciences of healing (corrective exercise therapy, manipulation, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, phototherapy), nutrition, dietetics, phytotherapy, and treatment by natural substances.

Authorizes naturopaths to order diagnostic tests and procedures, order medical devices and durable medical equipment, and perform ear wax removal, spirometry, tuberculosis testing, and blood work venipuncture.

Defines "natural substances" as non-narcotic substances that do not require a prescription, are not on the controlled substances list, and are administered orally only.

Requires the Department of Public Health to submit a report by February 1, 2016 to the joint standing committee on public health with recommendations on expanding naturopaths' scope of practice to include prescribing, dispensing and administering certain drugs, along with corresponding educational and examination requirements.