Massachusetts § 271 - Reciprocity for naturopathic doctors registered, certified or licensed in another jurisdiction
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 271 — Reciprocity for naturopathic doctors registered, certified or licensed in another jurisdiction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 271. Reciprocity for naturopathic doctors registered, certified or licensed in another jurisdiction
Section 271. The board may grant license reciprocity to a registered, certified or licensed naturopathic doctor from another jurisdiction; provided, however, that the requirements for registration, certification or licensing in the other jurisdictions are, in the opinion of the board, substantially equivalent to the requirements in section 269. The board shall promulgate rules and regulations as may be necessary to implement this section.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 271
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 271 cover?
Section 271 ("Reciprocity for naturopathic doctors registered, certified or licensed in another jurisdiction") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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