Iowa:
Iowa does not currently license naturopathic doctors. The state is currently working on advocacy initiatives to start bill projects that will allow for the licensure of naturopathic doctors.
Michigan:
Michigan does not currently license naturopathic doctors. The state is currently working on advocacy initiatives to start bill projects that will allow for the licensure of naturopathic doctors.
Minnesota:
Minnesota naturopathic doctors are regulated under the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice Registered Naturopathic Doctor Advisory Council. The Minnesota Statutes establish definitions, scope of practice, professional conduct, registration and continuing education requirements, renewal, and discipline for the practice of naturopathic medicine. [MN Stats. ch. 147E] Summary of factual data and analytical methodologies:
The Board reviewed the statutory changes from 2021 Wisconsin Act 130 and promulgated rules as needed for the profession. While promulgating these rules, the Board referenced chapters from the Board of Nursing, the Medical Examining Board, and the Dentistry Examining Board, as well as the Physician Assistant Affiliated Credentialing Board, among other sources. Fiscal Estimate:
The Fiscal Estimate will be attached upon completion.
Effect on small business:
These proposed rules do not have an economic impact on small businesses, as defined in s. 227.114 (1), Stats. The Department’s Regulatory Review Coordinator may be contacted by email at Jennifer.Garrett@wisconsin.gov, or by calling (608) 266-2112. Agency contact person:
Sofia Anderson, Administrative Rules Coordinator, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 4822 Madison Yards Way, P.O. Box 8366, Madison, Wisconsin 53708; email at DSPSAdminRules@wisconsin.gov Place where comments are to be submitted and deadline for submission:
Comments may be submitted to Sofia Anderson, Administrative Rules Coordinator, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 4822 Madison Yards Way, P.O. Box 8366, Madison, WI 53708-8366, or by email to DSPSAdminRules@wisconsin.gov. Comments must be received on or before the public hearing, held on a date to be determined, to be included in the record of rule-making proceedings. TEXT OF RULE
Section 1. Chapter Nat Med 1 is created to read: Nat Med 1
AUTHORITY, DEFINITIONS, AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Nat Med 1.01. Authority. The rules in this chapter are adopted by the naturopathic medicine examining board pursuant to the authority delegated by ss. 15.08 (5) (b), 227.11 (2), and 466.03, Stats.
Nat Med 1.02. Definitions. As used in this chapter:
(1) “Board” means the naturopathic medicine examining board.
(2) “Department” means the department of safety and professional services.
(3) “Jurisprudence exam” means the board approved examination on the state law related to the practice of naturopathic medicine.
(4) “Licensee” means a person licensed to practice as a naturopathic doctor or limited-scope naturopathic doctor in this state.
(5) “Limited-scope naturopathic doctor” has the meaning given in s. 466.01 (3), Stats. (6) “Naturopathic doctor” has the meaning given in s. 466.01 (5), Stats. (7) “Naturopathic medicine” has the meaning given in s. 466.01 (6), Stats. (8) “NPLEX” means the Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examination administered by the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners.
Nat Med 1.03 Licensure requirements for naturopathic doctors. An applicant for licensure as a naturopathic doctor shall submit all of the following requirements:
(1) A complete application for the license on a form provided by the department including any information required by the board to determine an applicant’s minimal competency to practice.
Note: Instructions for applications can be found on the department of safety and professional services’ website at http://dsps.wi.gov. (3) Subject to ss. 111.321, 111.322 and 111.335, Stats, evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant does not have an arrest or a conviction record.
(4) Evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has complied with at least one of the educational requirements specified in s. 466.04 (1) (d), Stats. (5) Evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has satisfied the examination requirements under s. Nat Med 1.06. (6) If required by the board, completion of an oral examination as specified under s. Nat Med 1.07. Nat Med 1.04 Licensure requirements for limited-scope naturopathic doctors. An applicant for licensure as a limited-scope naturopathic doctor shall submit all of the following requirements:
(1) A complete application for the license on a form provided by the department including any information required by the board to determine an applicant’s minimal competency to practice.
Note: Instructions for applications can be found on the department of safety and professional services’ website at http://dsps.wi.gov. (3) Subject to ss. 111.321, 111.322 and 111.335, Stats., evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant does not have an arrest or a conviction record.
(4) Evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has satisfied the requirements under s. 466.04 (2) (b) 4. and 5., Stats. (5) Evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has been continually practicing naturopathic medicine in this state for at least 10 years preceding the date of application to obtain a limited-scope naturopathic doctor license.
(6) A signed statement by the applicant committing to completing a jurisprudence exam approved by the board before the end of the first renewal period. The passing score is 85 percent.
(7) Evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has exhibited a record of safety in the practice of naturopathic medicine or naturopathy.
(8) If required by the board, completion of an oral examination as specified under s. Nat Med 1.07. Nat Med 1.05 Reciprocal credentials for service members, former service members, and their spouses. A reciprocal license to practice naturopathic medicine shall be granted to a service member, former service member, or the spouse of a service member or former service member who the board determines meets all of the requirements under s. 440.09 (2), Stats. Subject to s. 440.09 (2m), Stats., the board may request verification necessary to make a determination under this section. Note: Instructions for applications can be found on the department of safety and professional services’ website at http://dsps.wi.gov. Nat Med 1.06 Examinations.
(1) Examinations required. Each applicant for licensure under s. Nat Med 1.03 must provide evidence satisfactory to the board that the applicant has passed all of the following: (a) One of the following for the competency based exam:
1. Part I Biomedical Science Examination and Part II Core Clinical Science Examination of the NPLEX.
2. For graduates of approved naturopathic medical programs prior to 1978, a competency−based state naturopathic medicine licensing exam or equivalent Canadian provincial licensing exam for the practice of naturopathic medicine approved by the board.
(b) Part II Core Clinical Science Examination of the NPLEX for the pharmacology exam.
(c) A signed statement by the applicant committing to completing a jurisprudence exam approved by the board before the end of the first renewal period. The passing score is 85 percent.
(2) Failure and reexamination. If an applicant has failed any of the exams required under sub. (1) 4 or more times in this state or another licensing jurisdiction in the United States or Canada, the board may require the applicant to submit evidence satisfactory to the board of further professional training or education in examination areas in which the applicant had previously demonstrated deficiencies. If the evidence provided by the applicant is not satisfactory to the board, the board may require the applicant to obtain further professional training or education as the board deems necessary to establish the applicant's fitness to practice naturopathic medicine in this state. In order to determine any further professional training or education requirement, the board shall consider any information available relating to the quality of the applicant's previous practice, including the results of the applicant's performance on any oral examination required under s. Nat Med 1.07. Nat Med 1.07 Oral Examination. (1) An applicant may be required to complete an oral examination if the applicant:
(a) Has a medical condition which in any way impairs or limits the applicant's ability to practice naturopathic medicine with reasonable skill and safety.
(b) Uses chemical substances so as to impair in any way the applicant's ability to practice naturopathic medicine with reasonable skill and safety.
(c) Has been disciplined or had licensure denied by a licensing or regulatory authority in this state or another jurisdiction.
(d) Has been found to have been negligent in the practice of naturopathic medicine or has been a party in a lawsuit in which it was alleged that the applicant had been negligent in the practice of naturopathic medicine.
(e) Has been convicted of a crime the circumstances of which substantially relate to the practice of naturopathic medicine.
(f) Has been diagnosed as suffering from pedophilia, exhibitionism, or voyeurism.
(g) Has engaged in the illegal use of controlled substances.
(h) Has been subject to adverse formal action during the course of naturopathic medicine education, postgraduate training, hospital practice, or other naturopathic medicine employment.
(i) Has not practiced naturopathic medicine for a period of 5 years or more prior to application unless the applicant has graduated from a school of naturopathic medicine within that period.
