HB 2159 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Creates provisions relating to licensure of naturopathic doctors

HB 2159 establishes a licensing system for naturopathic doctors in Missouri by creating the "Board of Naturopathic Medicine" within the Division of Professional Registration. The bill defines naturopathic medicine as a system using natural therapies for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, and specifies that licensed practitioners can perform common diagnostic procedures (like physical exams and lab tests) and minor office procedures (such as injections and allergy testing), but cannot conduct surgery or use general anesthesia. To practice, naturopathic doctors must complete an approved education program and pass a national professional examination. This bill directly affects naturopathic doctors seeking licensure in Missouri and sets clear boundaries for their scope of practice.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
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Governor
Introduced Dec 3, 2025 Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Dec 3, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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