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A member asked:
Can md not in ophthalmology write a perscription for eyeglasses?
10 doctors weighed in across 5 answers
Not well: They probably technically could, but they wouldn't know what the numbers mean and couldn't update the prescription to give you your best vision.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Depends on the state: In the state of california where i practice, you have to be a license "eye care provider" to write prescriptions for eyeglasses or contacts. So, no, a non-ophtho md cannot write a glasses rx for you.
Answered 7/8/2012
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No: Only a licensed eye care professional can write a glasses or contact lens prescription.
Answered 3/30/2013
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Yes: Technically speaking an MD who is not an ophthalomologist could sign off on a prescription for glasses but this would be very unusual.
Answered 8/23/2017
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Yes: Yes an Ophthalmologist can write eye prescription as well as treat all medical and surgical conditions of the eye
Answered 12/26/2020
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