S.C. Code Ann. § 37-25-30

Prescription; contents

Effective Jun 14, 20052005 Act No. 160, SECTION 1, eff June 14, 2005.

A contact lens prescription must include:

  1. (1) ophthalmic information necessary to fabricate or dispense the lenses accurately, including the lens manufacturer, lens series, and the lens material, if applicable;
  2. (2) the diameter, axis, add power, cylinder, peripheral curve, optical zone, and center thickness, where applicable;
  3. (3) power and base curve;
  4. (4) name, license number, telephone number and, for written orders, the signature of the prescribing optometrist or ophthalmologist;
  5. (5) patient's name and address, expiration date of the prescription, and number of refills or lenses permitted; and
  6. (6) the date of issuance.

HISTORY: 2005 Act No. 160, SECTION 1, eff June 14, 2005.

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