Bill > H1892

This bill aims to expand coverage for naturopathic and holistic medicine by requiring various insurance providers and state programs to cover services, including naturopathic professional and holistic practitioner costs, prescribed natural supplements, fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts, and foods, as well as tools for prescribed diet plans. It mandates that these services be covered for individuals insured under the group insurance commission, for residents with incomes at or below the federal poverty level, and for those seeking care for illnesses or chronic diseases with a physician's referral. The bill also outlines requirements for patient visits to their practitioners, notification procedures if a patient deviates from their treatment plan, and the process for re-evaluation if treatment is terminated. Additionally, it addresses the electronic access of naturopathic professionals to benefit systems and establishes penalties for misuse of electronic benefit transfer cards, with the provisions applying to policies and agreements issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2014.