Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Disclosure(s):
Robert M. Easton, OD, Jr.: No financial relationships to disclose
The Optometric Practice Act defines the limits of Optometric Physicians within the state of Florida. The Rules are further definitions of the Optometric Practice Act to educate the optometrist to ensure protection of the citizens of the state of Florida. Unlicensed activity is the practice of optometry without a valid Florida license and comes under the purview of the Attorney General.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Review the rules and definitions of the Optometric Practice Act
Identify potential non-compliance and the importance of maintaining compliance with the laws and rules
Understand Florida Chapter 463; The Optometric Practice Act
Understand Florida Rule 64B13 updates that tract Florida Chapter 463
Understand the Department of Health's Chapter 456 and how Florida Chapter 463 tracts it
Understand Optometric unlicensed activity or ULA and how to report it
