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West Virginia Gains Scope of Practice Expansion

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West Virginia has passed Senate Bill 565, enabling optometrists to use ophthalmic lasers, expanding essential eye care services for patients, particularly those in rural areas, and increasing access to optometrist-performed procedures for Medicare beneficiaries. The law, effective from July 9, 2025, is expected to alleviate the need for long-distance travel and reduce appointment wait times for eye care, holding potential benefits for public health and West Virginia families.

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West Virginia Gains Scope of Practice Expansion

  • by Jennifer Kirby, senior editor (Optometric Management)

  • May 9, 2025

  • 1 min

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