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HI HB1744
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Diamond Garcia
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Human Services to amend the Hawaii Medicaid State Plan or request federal approval by September 1, 2026 to include coverage for naturopathic medicine under chapter 455.
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Allows Medicaid patients to select a licensed naturopathic physician as their primary care provider.
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Mandates reimbursement for naturopathic medical services at rates comparable to those for conventional medicine under chapter 453, covering evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, preventive care, and ongoing health management.
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Requires additional conforming amendments to eligibility, provider participation, and reimbursement provisions as needed.
Legislative Description
Relating To Naturopathic Medicine.
DHS
Last Action
Referred to HSH/HLT, FIN, referral sheet 1
1/26/2026