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NY A10064
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/30/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judy Griffin
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AI Summary
- Establishes licensure requirements for naturopathic doctors in New York, including a doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine, 12-month post-graduate residency, passing examination, minimum age of 21, and good moral character determination
- Creates a 10-member State Board for Naturopathic Medicine consisting of at least 6 licensed naturopathic doctors, 2 licensed physicians (MD or DO), and 2 public consumer members to oversee licensing and professional conduct
- Authorizes licensed naturopathic doctors to perform injection therapy (vitamins, minerals, lidocaine for local anesthesia, platelet-rich plasma), prescribe epinephrine for anaphylaxis and non-controlled bioidentical hormones, and use Class I and II medical devices
- Prohibits naturopathic doctors from prescribing controlled substances, performing surgery, administering ionizing radiation, providing obstetric delivery services, setting fractures, treating malignancies without oncologist collaboration, or practicing acupuncture
- Sets licensing fees at $350 for initial license and $500 for triennial registration, requires 60 hours of continuing education every three years, and mandates licensed naturopathic doctors report suspected child abuse
Legislative Description
Regulates the practice of naturopathic medicine; establishes a state board for naturopathic medicine; establishes requirements to receive a limited permit in naturopathic medicine; establishes mandatory continuing education for the practice of naturopathic medicine; requires licensed naturopathic doctors to report suspected child abuse.
Last Action
referred to higher education
1/30/2026
Committee Referrals
Higher Education1/30/2026
Full Bill Text
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