| Updated: |
6/8/2009 |
| Description: |
Naturopathic Physicians are primary care physicians that diagnose, treat, and care for patients using a system of practice that bases treatment of physiological functions and abnormal conditions on natural laws and substances governing human body.
Similar Keywords: doctor, naturopath, naturopathy, medicine
natural healthcare, primary healthcare |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS CHAPTER 685
OAR CHAPTER 850
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| Duration: |
Annual |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
National Part I (basic science) and Part II (clincial science) exams are administered through the North American Board of Naturopathic Examiners (NABNE. Fees for these exams vary.
State examination on Jurisprudence and Formulary is $150. Original License: $150.
Renewal: Annual renewal fee is $275 as of June 10, 2008.
Duplicate license: $25.00 |
| Responsible Agency: |
Naturopathic Examiners |
| Examination Information: |
- Exam Time: Twice a year for NPLEX; 4 times a year for Oregon Jurisprudence and Formulary examinations
- Exam Locs: Varies, but usually Portland
- Exam Pass: 75 percent or higher
- Exam Repeat: Contact Board office for details 971/673-0193
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| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
25 hours continuing education each year, of which 5 must be in pharmacology. Three hours every three years in Ethics; and a one-time pain education is required by the Department of Human Services for the State of Oregon.
Continuing Education |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None |
| Prerequisites: |
1. Bachelors degree in Liberal Arts or Science study
2. Graduate from approved naturopathic college
3. Pass National Basic Science and Clinical examinations and pass exams given by Naturopathic Board
4. Pass fingerprint and background check
5. Pay initial fee |
| Renewals: |
Annual renewal for an active, inactive, natural childbirth certificate and retired status. |
| Duplicate: |
Duration
Good until the orignal expiration date, which is December 31 each year Cost for duplicate license is $25. fomr found at http://www.obne.state.or.us/OBNE/Forms/ServiceRequestFormWeb.pdf |
| Service Links: |
 Find a Doctor
 Address Change Form
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Must have original transcripts from undergraduate and naturopathic medical school;
copy of diploma from medical school;
verificcation from other jurisdictions, if previously licensed;
criminal background check;
NPLEX exams. |
| Additional Information: |
You can verify a licnese at https://hrlb.oregon.gov/obne/licenseelookup/ |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Naturopathic Examiners |
| E-mail Address: |
obne.info@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
971-673-0193
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| Mail Address: |
Board of Naturopathic Examiners
800 NE Oregon St, Suite 407
Portland, OR 97232
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| Website Information: |
http://www.obne.state.or.us/ |
