Wisconsin Administrative Code
Optometry Examining Board
Chapter Opt 5 - Unprofessional Conduct
Section Opt 5.10 - Patient records
Universal Citation: WI Admin Code ยง Opt 5.10
Current through August 26, 2024
(1) An optometrist shall record and include in each patient's record all of the following information:
(a) Name and date of birth of the
patient.
(b) Date of examination
and examination findings, including a clear and legible record of the tests
performed, the results obtained, the prescription ordered and the patient's far
and near visual acuity obtained with the prescription ordered.
(c) Date of the prescription.
(e) Name, signature and license number of the
examining optometrist.
(f)
Documentation that alternate modes of treatment have been communicated to the
patient and prior informed consent has been obtained from the patient. If the
patient is a minor or incompetent, documentation that prior consent for
treatment was received from the patient's parent or legal guardian.
(2) Patient records shall be maintained for at least 6 years.
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