7 AAC 43.633. Complete vision examination

(a) For a clinically indicated complete vision examination with a check of refractive state, the ophthalmologist or optometrist performing the examination shall

(1) record a complete case history, including ocular, physical, occupational, and medical data and other pertinent information;

(2) determine the best corrected visual acuity;

(3) perform an external examination of the eyes and adnexa;

(4) perform an internal ophthalmoscopic examination;

(5) determine ocular motility and neurological integrity;

(6) perform a near-point subjective examination, dynamic retinoscopy, and subjective refraction; and

(7) if clinically indicated, test accommodation, convergence, and binocular coordination at far and near distances with a phorometer.

(b) In addition to the requirements of (a) of this section, if contact lenses are prescribed in accordance with 7 AAC 43.645, a complete vision examination must include

(1) a slit lamp evaluation;

(2) a fluorescein examination; and

(3) a diagnostic evaluation if soft lenses are prescribed.

History: Eff. 9/1/94, Register 131; am 10/12/97, Register 144

Authority: AS 47.05.010

AS 47.07.030

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