§ 2564.90

California Business and Professions Code · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

For purposes of this chapter, “Dispensing Ophthalmic Business” means a person or entity that meets either of the following criteria:

(a) Is engaged in the business of dispensing prescription ophthalmic devices, as defined in Section 2541.

(b) Satisfies both of the following requirements:

(1) Has executed a lease, sublease, contract, or other written agreement with a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist, or a corporation or other business entity for which a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist is a shareholder, director, or officer.

(2) Offers, advertises, or performs optical services for the general public on behalf of a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist, or a corporation or other business entity for which a licensed physician and surgeon or optometrist is a shareholder, director, or officer.

(Repealed and added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 788, Sec. 15. (SB 776) Effective January 1, 2026.)

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