CO HB1099

Expands the definition of optometry practice in Colorado to include prescribing Schedule II controlled narcotic substances limited to hydrocodone combination drugs, in addition to Schedule III, IV, and V controlled substances for ocular disease.

Permits optometrists to prescribe hydrocodone combination drugs when practicing within the scope of education taught in accredited optometry schools and in accordance with federal and Colorado law and board rules.

Clarifies that the practice of optometry does not include Schedule I or II narcotics except for hydrocodone combination drugs.

Allows optometrists to charge fees for prescribing, adjusting, fitting, adapting, or dispensing drugs for ophthalmic purposes and ophthalmic devices (such as contact lenses) classified as drugs or devices by the FDA, excluding Schedule I or II controlled substances except hydrocodone combination drugs.

Makes equivalent amendments to pharmacy regulations to authorize optometrists and physicians to charge fees for prescribing ophthalmic drugs and devices within their respective scopes of practice.