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Key Facts: ME Optometry Jurisprudence Exam
75%
Passing Score
ME Board requirement
25h/yr
CE Required
Annual renewal
$490/yr
Renewal Fee
Annual license
Title 32
Practice Act
Ch. 34-A
LD 1803
Scope Expansion
Recent legislation
The ME Optometry Jurisprudence Exam covers Title 32 Chapter 34-A, LD 1803 scope expansion (limited Schedule II narcotics, surgical credentialing, Board exclusive scope authority), 25h CE annually (15h ocular disease for therapeutic, 2h practice management max), April-March CE cycle, $490 annual renewal with $300 late fee, excluded surgeries (retinal, corneal transplant), and professional ethics.
About the ME Optometry Jurisprudence Exam
The Maine Optometry Jurisprudence Exam tests knowledge of Title 32, Chapter 34-A and Board rules. It covers the expanded scope of practice under LD 1803 including surgical credentialing, prescribing authority (including limited Schedule II narcotics), CE requirements (25h annually with 15h ocular disease for therapeutic licensees), the Board's exclusive scope-defining authority, and professional conduct standards.
Questions
50 scored questions
Time Limit
1 hour
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
$490 (Maine Board of Optometry)
ME Optometry Jurisprudence Exam Content Outline
Maine Optometry Practice Act
Title 32 Chapter 34-A, LD 1803 scope expansion, Board exclusive scope authority, advisory opinions, corporate practice (§2435)
Scope of Practice & Prescribing
Expanded prescribing (limited Schedule II narcotics), surgical credentialing, excluded procedures, therapeutic license, injectable authority
Licensing & CE Requirements
25h CE annually, 15h ocular disease (therapeutic), 2h max practice management, April-March cycle, 5h carryover, $490 renewal
Ethics & Professional Conduct
Informed consent, patient records, advertising, referrals, disciplinary procedures, staff supervision, patient abandonment
How to Pass the ME Optometry Jurisprudence Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: 1 hour
- Exam fee: $490
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- Complete 500+ practice questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What laws does the Maine optometry jurisprudence exam cover?
The exam covers Title 32, Chapter 34-A of the Maine Revised Statutes and Board rules. Key topics include the LD 1803 scope expansion, which granted the Board exclusive authority to define scope of practice.
What scope changes did LD 1803 bring to Maine optometry?
LD 1803 expanded prescribing authority (including limited Schedule II narcotics like hydrocodone combinations), established surgical credentialing requirements, and granted the Board exclusive authority to define scope and issue advisory opinions.
How many CE hours does Maine require for optometry license renewal?
Maine requires 25 hours annually (April 1 to March 31). Therapeutically licensed optometrists must have 15 hours in ocular disease diagnosis/treatment. Practice management is capped at 2 hours. Up to 5 hours may carry over.
What is the license renewal fee for Maine optometrists?
The annual renewal fee is $490. Late renewal (within 90 days of expiration) incurs an additional $300 late fee, totaling $790.
Which surgical procedures are excluded from Maine's expanded optometric scope?
Despite scope expansion, certain complex surgeries remain off-limits, including retinal procedures and corneal transplants. Other surgical procedures require detailed credentialing before performance.