No application for assistance under this article shall be approved until the applicant has been examined by an ophthalmologist or optometrist designated or approved by the department to make such examinations. The examining ophthalmologist or optometrist shall certify the findings of the examination in writing upon forms provided by the department.
History. Ga. L. 1937, p. 568, § 9; Ga. L. 1952, p. 233, § 3.
Cross references.
Licensing of optometrists generally, T. 43, C. 30.
Structure Georgia Code
§ 49-4-51. Definitions; When Person Considered Blind
§ 49-4-52. Eligibility for Assistance Under This Article
§ 49-4-53. Duties of Department Under This Article
§ 49-4-54. Duties of County Departments Under This Article
§ 49-4-55. Examination of Applicant by Ophthalmologist or Optometrist
§ 49-4-56. Reexamination of Recipient’s Eyesight; Furnishing Information
§ 49-4-57. Providing Supplementary Treatment Services
§ 49-4-60. Payment of Assistance After Recipient Moves to Another County
§ 49-4-61. Claims to Assistance Subject to Amendments or Repeals