Bill > HB349

This bill authorizes optometrists, who are licensed eye care professionals, to perform specific ophthalmic laser procedures, such as laser capsulotomy (a procedure to clear cloudy lenses after cataract surgery), laser trabeculoplasty (used to treat glaucoma by improving fluid drainage), and laser peripheral iridotomy (also used to treat glaucoma by creating a small hole in the iris), provided they meet criteria established by the board of registration in optometry. The board will create rules to define these criteria, including minimum education, training, and practical experience requirements, as well as guidelines for supervision and reporting on the outcomes of these procedures. An optometrist must successfully complete all required training and be certified by the board before performing any of these laser procedures.

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