1. Optometrist taking over established practice. An optometrist taking over an established practice shall clearly indicate that the new optometrist is responsible individually for the practice, but the optometrist may use the term: "succeeded by," "successor to" or "succeeding" for a period not exceeding 2 years. [PL 2023, c. 580, §8 (NEW).] 2. Written directive identifying successor licensee. A licensee who is closing a practice shall no later than 30 days prior to closure create and maintain a written directive identifying a successor licensee who is willing to assume the responsibility of the licensee's practice, to maintain continuity of treatment, to transfer medical information and to ensure patient health and safety. [PL 2023, c. 580, §8 (NEW).]
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