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Louisiana HB 1093: HEALTH: Creates the Louisiana Board of Naturopathic Medicine

⚖️ MIXED for peptide users 👤 MEDIUM user impact 📜 Status: Unknown

State: Louisiana
Bill: HB 1093
Session: 2026
Filed: 2026-04-01
Read the bill: OpenStates →
Last reviewed: 2026-11-02

Plain-English Summary

This bill seeks to establish a Board of Naturopathic Medicine in Louisiana. It outlines the creation, powers, and duties of this new board, which would regulate the practice of naturopathic medicine within the state.

Key Points

Naturopathic doctors may gain a defined scope of practice in Louisiana.
This could lead to increased access to naturopathic care for patients.
The bill's passage could influence how naturopathic treatments, including peptides, are prescribed.
Regulation of naturopathic medicine will be centralized under a new board.

What to Watch For

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Opportunity Potential for expanded scope of practice for naturopaths, possibly including peptide therapies, if the board's regulations allow.

Concern The specific scope of practice defined for naturopaths could inadvertently limit or restrict certain types of peptide prescribing.

Note The bill is currently in its early stages, having been read by title and lying over under the rules.

Where the Bill Stands

The bill has been introduced and read by title, but its further progress is pending.

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