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What is prohibited for licensed optometrists under the law?
What is prohibited for licensed optometrists under the law?
- Practicing multiple specialties simultaneously
- Engaging with any corporation or organization in practice (correct)
- Providing services only to individuals with insurance
- Consulting individuals without a formal agreement
What type of agreements should optometrists avoid entering into?
What type of agreements should optometrists avoid entering into?
- Agreements that limit their professional judgement (correct)
- Agreements that allow collaboration with other healthcare professionals
- Agreements that increase their patient base
- Agreements that offer services at a discount
Which of the following acts represents a major administrative violation in Florida?
Which of the following acts represents a major administrative violation in Florida?
- An optometrist providing telehealth services
- An optometrist working with government agencies
- An optometrist agreeing to follow corporate policies
- An optometrist practicing with a corporation (correct)
What is the responsibility of an optometrist concerning their professional judgement?
What is the responsibility of an optometrist concerning their professional judgement?
Who may not practice with a licensed optometrist according to legal guidelines?
Who may not practice with a licensed optometrist according to legal guidelines?
What must licensed optometrists ensure regarding their agreements?
What must licensed optometrists ensure regarding their agreements?
Which statement reflects the ethical practice guidelines for optometrists?
Which statement reflects the ethical practice guidelines for optometrists?
Under what condition may an optometrist face administrative penalties?
Under what condition may an optometrist face administrative penalties?
How is the professional responsibility of an optometrist defined?
How is the professional responsibility of an optometrist defined?
What is the primary function of the NBEO examination?
What is the primary function of the NBEO examination?
Which statement is true regarding board certification in optometry?
Which statement is true regarding board certification in optometry?
What is a critical component of a hazard communication plan in a workplace?
What is a critical component of a hazard communication plan in a workplace?
What role does accreditation play in optometry education?
What role does accreditation play in optometry education?
Which of the following actions is essential for managing hazardous chemicals on-site?
Which of the following actions is essential for managing hazardous chemicals on-site?
What is meant by the term 'universal precautions' in relation to blood borne pathogens?
What is meant by the term 'universal precautions' in relation to blood borne pathogens?
What might influence a state's requirements regarding the NBEO examination?
What might influence a state's requirements regarding the NBEO examination?
What is a possible consequence of graduating from a non-accredited optometry program?
What is a possible consequence of graduating from a non-accredited optometry program?
Which document must be made available to employees as part of the blood borne pathogen exposure plan?
Which document must be made available to employees as part of the blood borne pathogen exposure plan?
What must employers provide to employees at risk of blood borne pathogen exposure?
What must employers provide to employees at risk of blood borne pathogen exposure?
Which aspect is not affected by accreditation in educational institutions?
Which aspect is not affected by accreditation in educational institutions?
How does board certification compare to state licensure in optometry?
How does board certification compare to state licensure in optometry?
Which of the following substances is considered a blood borne pathogen?
Which of the following substances is considered a blood borne pathogen?
What should be included in the proper labeling of hazardous chemicals?
What should be included in the proper labeling of hazardous chemicals?
In what way does the NBEO examination support state regulatory boards?
In what way does the NBEO examination support state regulatory boards?
Which of the following summarizes a key requirement for regulated waste disposal?
Which of the following summarizes a key requirement for regulated waste disposal?
What is a characteristic of the process of accreditation?
What is a characteristic of the process of accreditation?
What role does personal protective equipment (PPE) play in the blood borne pathogen exposure plan?
What role does personal protective equipment (PPE) play in the blood borne pathogen exposure plan?
What is the primary consideration when selecting ICD codes for vision insurance?
What is the primary consideration when selecting ICD codes for vision insurance?
Which of the following terms refers to the amount paid for a medical service based on providers’ usual charges in a specific area?
Which of the following terms refers to the amount paid for a medical service based on providers’ usual charges in a specific area?
If you are a diabetic, which code category should specifically be utilized in your medical coding?
If you are a diabetic, which code category should specifically be utilized in your medical coding?
What does the term 'deductible' signify in insurance terminology?
What does the term 'deductible' signify in insurance terminology?
Which statement correctly describes a co-pay?
Which statement correctly describes a co-pay?
What does 'maximum allowable' mean in the context of health insurance?
What does 'maximum allowable' mean in the context of health insurance?
When coding for medical insurance, which must be prioritized in the coding process?
When coding for medical insurance, which must be prioritized in the coding process?
In insurance terminology, relative value units (RVUs) are primarily used for what purpose?
In insurance terminology, relative value units (RVUs) are primarily used for what purpose?
Selecting codes with 'unspecified' in their descriptions should be avoided because:
Selecting codes with 'unspecified' in their descriptions should be avoided because:
What is the primary responsibility of a licensed practitioner concerning patient records?
What is the primary responsibility of a licensed practitioner concerning patient records?
Which of the following statements is true about documentation by a licensed practitioner?
Which of the following statements is true about documentation by a licensed practitioner?
What must a licensed practitioner ensure about the documentation of patient encounters?
What must a licensed practitioner ensure about the documentation of patient encounters?
Which of the following practices does NOT align with the responsibilities of a licensed practitioner?
Which of the following practices does NOT align with the responsibilities of a licensed practitioner?
Why is it essential for a licensed practitioner to sign each patient encounter entry?
Why is it essential for a licensed practitioner to sign each patient encounter entry?
In managing patient records, a licensed practitioner is expected to avoid which of the following actions?
In managing patient records, a licensed practitioner is expected to avoid which of the following actions?
What is a key aspect of the documentation process for licensed practitioners?
What is a key aspect of the documentation process for licensed practitioners?
What is the consequence of not documenting patient tests and treatments?
What is the consequence of not documenting patient tests and treatments?
Which of the following best defines the obligations of a licensed practitioner regarding their practice?
Which of the following best defines the obligations of a licensed practitioner regarding their practice?
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Study Notes
Licensing and Examinations
- State regulatory boards create and administer examinations for licensing optometrists.
- Graduation from an accredited Doctor of Optometry program is required to apply for an initial license.
- The National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) examination must be passed; some states have specific score requirements.
- Board certification in optometry is voluntary and not required for continued licensure.
Accreditation
- Accreditation involves systematic recognition of educational institutions/programs for maintaining educational quality.
- It is typically performed by government authorities to ensure public trust in educational standards.
- The licensed practitioner is responsible for maintaining and documenting all patient records and findings.
Practice Regulations
- Licensed optometrists must practice independently and are prohibited from engaging in agreements that compromise their professional judgment.
- Major administrative violations may occur if they practice with corporations or unauthorized individuals.
Hazard Communication Plan
- Appoint a coordinator for the hazard communication program within the practice.
- Maintain a complete inventory of hazardous chemicals and have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for each chemical.
- Proper labeling and documentation of hazardous substances is mandatory.
- Training employees on chemical hazards and ensuring access to safety information is required.
Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Plan
- Identify employees at risk and tasks with potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
- Implement "universal precautions" for handling human blood and body fluids, treating all as infectious.
- Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure proper housekeeping protocols are followed.
- Hepatitis B vaccination must be offered at no cost to employees at risk, within 10 days of hire.
Bloodborne Pathogens Examples
- Common bloodborne pathogens include: Hepatitis B, C, delta, syphilis, malaria, HIV, and Ebola virus.
Insurance Terminology
- Premium: Monthly fee paid for insurance coverage.
- Usual and customary: Typical amount charged for medical services in a specific geographic area.
- Relative value units: Value measure used in the Medicare reimbursement formula for physician services.
- Maximum allowable: Health insurance's considered reasonable charge for medical services based on location.
- Deductible: Annual amount that must be paid out-of-pocket before insurance starts covering expenses.
- Co-pay: Fixed fee shared between the patient and the insurance for medical services.
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