1. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

2. B. Terms Defined.

   1. (1) “Contact lens” means a medical device of any material or power, including plano or zero-powered, that is placed directly on:

      1. (a) The cornea; or
      2. (b) The cornea and sclera.
   2. (2) “Contact lens prescription” means “replacement contact lens prescription” as defined in Health Occupations Article, §11-404.4, Annotated Code of Maryland, and any federal statute and regulations that may supersede this Health Occupations citation.

Authority: Health-General Article, §24-301.1;
Health Occupations Article, §§11-101, 11-205, and 11-404.4; Annotated Code of Maryland

Effective date: January 16, 2006 (33:1 Md. R. 36)