HI SB657

Redefines chiropractic practice to encompass examination, diagnosis, and treatment of patients through manipulative, manual, mechanical, physiotherapeutic, and nutritional methods, while prohibiting surgery and legend drugs.

Establishes chiropractic as a portal of entry for neuromuscular and skeletal health care services, with scope of practice including diagnostic and treatment procedures taught by accredited chiropractic colleges and approved by the board.

Authorizes chiropractors to use or order neuroskeletal imaging, laboratory testing, and other examination methods for diagnosis and analysis as taught by accredited colleges and approved by the board.

Modifies the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners examination requirement from "Special Purposes Examination" to "additional post-licensure examinations" for reciprocity, endorsement, disciplinary action, or licensure lapse situations.

Directs the Board of Chiropractic Examiners to work with the American Chiropractic Association to define the scope of practice and submit a report with proposed legislation to the legislature by twenty days prior to the 2012 regular session; effective July 1, 2050.