MS HB511

Prohibits dispensing contact lenses and eyeglasses (other than over-the-counter eyeglasses) without a valid prescription from a licensed physician or optometrist, with prescriptions valid for at least one year unless shorter duration is medically necessary.

Requires that if a kiosk is used to conduct eye assessments or generate prescriptions, diagnostic data must be read and interpreted by a licensed provider who has an established doctor-patient relationship with at least one prior in-person evaluation.

Sets standards for kiosk operation including FDA approval, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, HIPAA compliance, liability insurance, and display of the provider's name and license number.

Prohibits kiosk use for patients under age 18 and establishes that kiosk-based evaluations must meet the same standards as traditional in-person clinical settings.

Authorizes the State Department of Health to impose civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation and allows private right of action for affected persons to recover up to $1,000 per day in violation plus attorney's fees.