1. (a) For a clinically indicated complete vision examination with a check of refractive state, the ophthalmologist or optometrist performing the examination shall

   1. (1) record a complete case history, including ocular, physical, occupational, and medical data and other pertinent information;
   2. (2) determine the best corrected visual acuity;
   3. (3) perform an external examination of the eyes and adnexa;
   4. (4) perform an internal ophthalmoscopic examination;
   5. (5) determine ocular motility and neurological integrity;
   6. (6) perform a near-point subjective examination, dynamic retinoscopy, and subjective refraction; and
   7. (7) if clinically indicated, perform test accommodation, convergence, and binocular coordination at far and near distances with a phorometer.

2. (b) In addition to the requirements of (a) of this section, if contact lenses are prescribed and covered in accordance with 7 AAC 110.715, a complete vision examination must include a

   1. (1) slit-lamp evaluation;
   2. (2) fluorescein examination; and
   3. (3) diagnostic evaluation if soft lenses are prescribed.

(Eff. 2/1/2010, Register 193)

Authority: AS 47.05.010, AS 47.07.030, AS 47.07.040