AR HB2210

Amends the definition of "practice of optometry" to allow optometrists to prescribe and administer oral and topical drugs for diagnosis or treatment of eye conditions, excluding Schedule I and II controlled substances except hydrocodone combination drugs with oral analgesics.

Permits optometrists to prescribe hydrocodone combination drugs (regardless of schedule) only when combined with oral analgesic drugs, limited to a maximum of 72 hours with no authorized refills.

Maintains prohibitions preventing optometrists from using ophthalmic lasers for surgical procedures, performing cataract surgery, performing radial keratotomy surgery, and selling prescription drugs.

Updates accreditation organization references in Arkansas Code § 17-90-403 from "Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation" to "Council for Higher Education Accreditation" and from "Arkansas Board of Higher Education" to "Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board."

Clarifies and reorganizes language in § 17-90-403 regarding optometrist authority to possess, administer, and prescribe pharmaceutical agents for eye-related conditions.