Eye and Vision Service Providers; Optometrist

[An optometrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Optometry (O.D. ) degree, licensed by the state and practicing within the scope of that license. Optometrists examine the eyes and related structures to determine the presence of any abnormality and prescribe and adapt lenses or optical aids. They use drugs for diagnosis in all states and for treatment in some states. They do not perform surgery. ( HL7V3.0 )]

UMLS (HL7) C1553110

Professional or Occupational Group

Relation/PAR: HealthcareProviderTaxonomyHIPAA

Relation/CHD: Eye and Vision Service Providers; Optometrist; Contact Lens
"Eye and Vision Service Providers; Optometrist; Low Vision"
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;"Eye and Vision Service Providers; Optometrist; Sports Vision"
;"Eye and Vision Service Providers; Optometrist; Vision Therapy"

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