Can I ask for my eye prescription over the phone?

Come pick up your Rx You may be told that the eye care provider cannot release your prescription to you or anyone else over the phone or by fax. Not true. This is just a way to get you into their store. By law, prescriptions can be transmitted in hard copy or by any electronic means.

Can you use a copy of prescription?

Can I photocopy my prescription for personal use? No. A prescription can not be copied unless done so by a pharmacist. The pharmacist must place appropriate stamps and notes on a copied prescription and sign the copy.

How do I find my lost glasses at home?

Use your phone. Keep your camera open, scan your surroundings through your phone screen and voila. There they are. This works because unless your lens is scratched, your phone camera displays a clear and crisp picture of whatever you’re looking at.

Can you find out your prescription from old glasses?

If you have existing eyeglasses and you’re confident the prescription is up-to-date, you can try a service such as the GlassesUSA Prescription Scanner app to get your prescription details.

What is a hard copy prescription?

Hard copy prescription drug order means a written, typed, reproduced, or printed prescription drug order prepared on a piece of paper.

Do eye doctors have to give patients a copy of prescriptions?

As an eye doctor, you must give patients a copy of their eyeglass prescriptions after completion of an eye exam. These Q&As can help you learn more about your responsibilities. The Federal Trade Commission enforces the Eyeglass Rule.

Do I have to pay to get my glasses prescription?

The Rule gives you the right to get your prescription from your eye doctor – whether you ask for it or not – at no extra charge. The doctor must give you your prescription for glasses at the end of your eye exam.

What if I don’t receive a copy of my Prescription?

However, if you did not receive one, or something happens to the copy you were given, you can request one from your doctor any time. Another important note is that it is your legal right to be provided with your eyeglasses and contact lens prescription whenever you request it.

What happens if you violate the eyeglass rule?

In fact, the FTC staff recently sent 38 letters warning eye doctors about possible violations of the Eyeglass Rule. Violations of the Rule could result in legal action and financial penalties. For a more in-depth look at your prescription rights for eyeglasses – and contacts – read our newly updated article, Prescription Glasses and Contact Lenses.