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OK SB1789

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/22/2014

Primary Sponsor

Brian Bingman

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 59 O.S. 2011, Section 581 to expand the definition of optometry practice in Oklahoma

  • Allows optometrists to prescribe hydrocodone and hydrocodone-containing drugs regardless of schedule classification, whereas previously Schedule I and II drugs were excluded

  • Prescriptions limited to a maximum 5-day supply with refills permitted only after sufficient physical examination of the patient

  • Prescriptions restricted to diagnosis and treatment of ocular abnormalities

  • Effective date: November 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Optometry; permitting optometrists to issue prescriptions for hydrocodone for certain purposes. Effective date.

Health Care

Last Action

Approved by Governor 04/22/2014

4/22/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/19/2014
Health and Human Services2/4/2014

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