The examination and inspection of school children under the provisions of chapter 169, as far as such examination and inspection concern the vision, may be performed by any optometrist licensed under the provisions of this chapter, provided such optometrist shall be appointed for such purpose in the same manner as medical advisors are appointed under the provisions of said chapter.
(1949 Rev., S. 4497.)
See Sec. 10-205 re appointment of school medical advisors.
See Sec. 10-214 re vision, audiometric and postural screenings of public school students.
Structure Connecticut General Statutes
Section 20-127. - Definitions. Scope of practice. License renewal forms.
Section 20-128. - Examining board.
Section 20-128a. - Board of examiners. Regulations.
Section 20-129. - Regulations. Meetings. Records. Reports.
Section 20-130. - Qualifications for practice of optometry. Examination. Fees.
Section 20-132a. - Definitions. Renewal of licenses. Continuing education. Exceptions.
Section 20-133. - Disciplinary action. Grounds.
Section 20-133a. - Restrictions on employment of optometrists.
Section 20-133c. - Optometrists. Agreements, leases or other contracts. Prohibited provisions.
Section 20-134 and 20-135. - Hearing on suspension or revocation of license. Appeal.
Section 20-136. - Examination of school children.
Section 20-137. - Exemption. Use of title “Doctor”.
Section 20-138a. - Construction of chapter. Penalty for practice without a license.
Section 20-138c. - Optometrists as members of certain advisory committees.
Section 20-138d. - Coverage of services of optometrists under health insurance policies.