Bill
SF 2852
Minnesota bill SF 2852 expands optometrists' clinical procedures and medication prescribing authority to enhance primary eye care access and reduce specialist referrals.
SF 2852 proposes to expand the scope of practice for licensed optometrists in Minnesota by authorizing them to perform additional clinical procedures and prescribe expanded categories of medications. The bill modifies existing statutes governing optometry licensure and practice standards to align Minnesota's regulations with neighboring states and national optometry standards.
Scope of practice changes affect healthcare access and cost for Minnesota residents, as expanded optometrist authority could increase treatment availability and potentially reduce referrals to ophthalmologists. This also impacts workforce utilization, insurance reimbursement, and professional competition within the eye care market, with implications for both patient convenience and the sustainability of different eye care professions.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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