An insurance policy, plan, or contract providing for third-party payment or prepayment of health or medical expenses shall include a provision for the payment to a licensed optometrist for each service which falls within the scope of the optometrist's license, if the policy, plan, or contract pays for the same service when provided by any other provider for such services.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 56 - Access to Eye Care Act.
Section 27-56-1 - Short Title.
Section 27-56-2 - Definitions.
Section 27-56-3 - Payment for Services.
Section 27-56-4 - Prohibited Activities.
Section 27-56-5 - Third-Party Payment.
Section 27-56-6 - When Provisions Applicable.
Section 27-56-7 - Applicability to Certain Providers.
Section 27-56-8 - Implementation of Coverage.
Section 27-56-9 - Scope of Practice.
Section 27-56-10 - Vision Care Providers - Contract Requirements; Rates; Reimbursements; Discounts.