Kansas HB2223 modifies the optometry law to update scope of practice, definitions, and credentialing requirements for optometrists.

Kansas HB2223 amends the optometry law to redefine the scope of practice for optometrists, including the use of medical devices and prescribing certain drugs. It updates definitions for terms like "medical facility" and "ophthalmologist." The bill also revises credentialing requirements for specific procedures and updates the continuing education requirements for license renewal. Additionally, it establishes a criminal history and fingerprinting fund to cover the costs associated with processing fingerprints and criminal history checks for the board of examiners in optometry.

Kansas HB2223 modifies the optometry law to update scope of practice, definitions, and credentialing requirements for optometrists.

Kansas HB2223 amends the optometry law to redefine the scope of practice for optometrists, including the use of medical devices and prescribing certain drugs. It updates definitions for terms like "medical facility" and "ophthalmologist." The bill also revises credentialing requirements for specific procedures and updates the continuing education requirements for license renewal. Additionally, it establishes a criminal history and fingerprinting fund to cover the costs associated with processing fingerprints and criminal history checks for the board of examiners in optometry.