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HI HB1744

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Diamond Garcia

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • Allows Medicaid patients to select a licensed naturopathic physician as their primary care provider.

  • 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.

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Human Services & Homelessness1/26/2026

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