What must a mail order contact lens supplier do to meet minimum licensure requirements?

To meet minimum licensure requirements, a mail order contact lens supplier must apply for a license and pay a fee. This process ensures that the supplier complies with state regulations governing the sale of contact lenses, which often includes standards for quality and safety.

Obtaining a license is a critical step in ensuring that the supplier is operating legally and meets the necessary qualifications outlined by state pharmacy boards or relevant regulatory agencies. Without this license, the supplier cannot lawfully sell contact lenses, which could jeopardize patient safety and access to appropriate vision care.

In contrast, while maintaining records of prescriptions is important for compliance and accountability, it is not the primary requirement for licensure. Providing written prescriptions and ensuring these do not expire is also necessary, but those actions alone do not fulfill the legal obligations for licensure. Ensuring compliance with expiration guidelines is vital for patient safety, but filling prescriptions without adhering to those guidelines is not an acceptable practice and does not contribute to meeting licensure requirements.