California CodesBusiness and Professions Code - BPCDivision 2 — Healing ArtsChapter 5.5 — Registered Dispensing OpticiansArticle 2.7 — Registered Dispensing Ophthalmic BusinessesSection 2564.90

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.