Final| Description |
description: An optometrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Optometry (O.D. / degree, licensed by the state and practicing within the scope of that license. Optometrists examine the eyes and related structures to determine the presence of any abnormality and prescribe and adapt lenses or optical aids. They use drugs for diagnosis in all states and for treatment in some states. They do not perform surgery. |
2.16.840.1.113883.6.101 - Health Care Provider Taxonomy - FHIR: urn:oid:2.16.840.1.113883.6.101
| Level/ Type | Code | Display Name | Code System |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0‑S | 152W00000X | Optometrist | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
| 1‑L | 152WC0802X | Corneal and Contact Management | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
| 1‑L | 152WL0500X | Low Vision Rehabilitation | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
| 1‑L | 152WP0200X | Pediatrics | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
| 1‑L | 152WS0006X | Sports Vision | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
| 1‑L | 152WV0400X | Vision Therapy | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
| 1‑L | 152WX0102X | Occupational Vision | Health Care Provider Taxonomy |
