IL SB1133

Adds Section 16 to the Acupuncture Practice Act prohibiting licensed acupuncturists from claiming expertise in Chinese herbology without proof of Diplomate status from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine or passing an equivalent examination approved by the Department.

Establishes violation of Chinese herbology requirements as a disciplinary ground under Section 110(23), subject to the same enforcement actions as other violations including fines up to $10,000.

Maintains existing disciplinary authority allowing the Department to refuse, deny renewal, suspend, revoke, or impose fines on acupuncture licenses for violations of the Act, criminal convictions, gross negligence, fraud, or professional misconduct.

Requires acupuncturists treating patients under physician or dentist referral to notify the referring healthcare provider that the patient is receiving acupuncture treatment.

Establishes automatic suspension of licenses upon court order for involuntary or judicial mental health admission, with restoration possible only after court discharge and Board recommendation.