The bill amends Florida Statutes to expand the scope of practice for chiropractic physicians, allowing them to order, store, possess, prescribe, and administer articles of natural origin under specific conditions. It also enables pharmacists to fill prescriptions from chiropractic physicians who have completed a board-approved training course. Additionally, the bill removes the requirement for all continuing education for chiropractic physicians to be completed in a classroom setting and prohibits the Board of Chiropractic Medicine from limiting the number of continuing education hours that can be completed through distance learning. These changes aim to enhance the practice of chiropractic medicine in Florida while prioritizing patient care.

Furthermore, the bill addresses medical benefits for injured persons under motor vehicle liability insurance, capping reimbursement for medical services at $10,000 if an emergency medical condition is determined by a licensed physician or similar professional, and at $2,500 if no emergency condition is found. It specifies that medical benefits do not cover massage therapy or acupuncture unless practitioners have additional qualifications. The bill also requires the Financial Services Commission to create rules for documentation healthcare providers must use for reimbursement eligibility and restricts insurers from requiring additional motor vehicle coverage beyond mandated property damage liability. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 564 Filed: 460.403, 460.408, 460.413, 460.4165, 627.736