N.M. Admin. Code § 16.16.15.9
Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025
Optometrists who have chronic pain and are being treated with controlled substances shall be evaluated by a pain clinic, an M.D. or D.O. pain specialist, and must have a complete, independent neuropsychological evaluation, as well as clearance from their physician, before returning to or continuing in practice. In addition, they must remain under the care of a physician for as long as they remain on controlled substances while continuing to practice.
N.M. Admin. Code § 16.16.15.9