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SB0688

SB0688: New Rules for Naturopathic Medicine

Last scannedAug 24, 2026, 10:35 AM

In one sentence

This bill creates a new board to license naturopathic doctors, sets rules for their practice and education, includes them as telehealth providers, and bans unlicensed people from using protected titles.

Creates the Board of Naturopathic Medicine inside the Department of Health.
Updates the definition of 'telehealth provider' to include licensed naturopathic doctors.
Sets up ways for new doctors to get a license by taking an exam or getting endorsed from another state.
Requires unlicensed people to stop using protected titles like 'naturopathic doctor' and practicing medicine without a license.
Updates rules for continuing education, requiring doctors to use the department's electronic tracking system.

The bill was vetoed by the Governor on June 26, 2026. Although marked as 'Enrolled' in the text excerpt, it may not become law unless the Legislature overrides the veto.
The provided text does not list all specific penalties for breaking these rules beyond mentioning that criminal penalties exist.

Plain language

Naturopathic Doctor: A person who is officially licensed under this law to diagnose, prevent, or treat conditions using methods like botanical extracts and clinical nutrition.
Licensure by Endorsement: A way for a doctor already licensed in another U.S. state or Canada to get a Florida license without taking the full exam again, subject to board approval.
Continuing Education: Required training that doctors must complete regularly and track using the department's electronic system to keep their licenses active.

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