Prescription Disclaimers

Please be aware that pursuant to 16 C.F.R. §456.2(d), it is an unfair act or practice for an ophthalmologist or optometrist to place on the prescription, or require the patient to sign, or deliver to the patient a form or notice waiving or disclaiming the liability or responsibility of the ophthalmologist or optometrist for the accuracy of the eye examination or the accuracy of the ophthalmic goods and services dispensed by another seller.

In addition, under the Optometry Board’s statutes at A.R.S. §32-1743(12), the Board may discipline an optometrist for any violation of any statutes, laws or rules regulating the practice of optometry in this state or any other jurisdiction of the United States.