30 Miss. Code. R. 2901-6.2

Current through December 10, 2024
Rule 30-2901-6.2 - Spectacle prescriptions
(a) The written spectacle prescription of a licensed optometrist shall include the name of the patient, the date the prescription is written, and the expiration date of the prescription.
(b) Spectacle prescriptions are defined as follows:
(1) sphere power
(2) cylinder and axis power, if necessary
(3) prism and base amount, if necessary
(4) bifocal power, if necessary
(c) A spectacle prescription is valid for no more than two (2) years.
(d) If a practicing optometrist fits for glasses he/she must give the patient a copy of their written prescription whether they ask for it or not. The practicing optometrist cannot require the patient to pay an extra fee or purchase eyeglasses.

30 Miss. Code. R. 2901-6.2

Miss Code Ann. § 73-19-61
Amended 11/21/2022