As used in this chapter: (1) “Accredited naturopathic school or college” means a naturopathic school or college that offers a four-year full-time resident program of study in naturopathy that: (a) Leads to a doctoral degree in naturopathic medicine; and (b) Is approved by the Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine to meet the standards specifically incorporated […]
(1) Except as provided in subsection (3) of this section, no person shall practice, attempt to practice, or claim to practice naturopathic medicine in this state without first complying with the provisions of this chapter. (2) Only licensees under this chapter may use any or all of the following terms, consistent with academic degrees earned: […]
(1) This chapter does not apply to any: (a) Physician licensed by the Oregon Medical Board to practice medicine or podiatry; (b) Chiropractor licensed by the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners; or (c) Christian Scientist or other person who by religious or spiritual means endeavors to prevent or cure disease or suffering in accord with […]
Licensees under this chapter shall observe and are subject to all state, county and municipal laws and regulations relating to public health. [Amended by 2001 c.526 §6]
Licensees under this chapter are authorized to sign reports of live birth and death. Reports signed under this section shall be accepted as fulfilling all the requirements of the laws of this state dealing with such reports. [Amended by 2001 c.526 §7; 2013 c.366 §79]
The Director of the Oregon Health Authority may not discriminate between licensed naturopathic physicians and any other person authorized by law to render professional services that a licensed naturopathic physician may render, when such services are required. If the Oregon Health Authority is responsible for paying for such services, the services shall be paid for […]