A prescription for a contact lens without power sold for any reason is valid for twelve months from the later of the date: (i) the prescription is authorized; or (ii) the last date of the contact lens evaluation by an optometrist licensed in accordance with Chapter 37, Title 40 or ophthalmologist licensed in accordance with Chapter 47, Title 40. A contact lens prescription may not be issued to expire beyond this twelve-month period and may be only issued to expire before the end of this twelve-month period if the expiration is ordered due to a health related reason noted in the patient's medical chart.
HISTORY: 2005 Act No. 160, Section 1, eff June 14, 2005.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 37 - Consumer Protection Code
Chapter 25 - Limitations On Dispensing Of An Ophthalmic Contact Lens Or Lenses
Section 37-25-10. Definitions.
Section 37-25-20. Prescription required.
Section 37-25-30. Prescription; contents.
Section 37-25-40. Prescription; time valid.
Section 37-25-50. Contact lens fitting; when complete and prescription written.
Section 37-25-60. Release of prescription.
Section 37-25-70. Penalties; contested case hearing; order for enforcement.