Expenses 4th year until start working

[pre-opt]

---

Members don't see this ad.

Besides NBEO boards and state licensure (625 Part II + $625 Part III + $450 TMOD + $70 State law), what other expenses will I be responsible for near the end of 4th year or at least before I begin practicing. I am trying to see how much more money I am going to have to borrow to be able to survive before I start working. I am sure there are other misc fees that I am not aware of or just not thinking of...any help?

 

[drbizzaro]

your controlled subtance licensure, DEA license, and any ancillary licenses if you plan on working at more than 1 location.

the DEA license is fairly expensive.

 

[Rosanna]

I remember spending $275 for my state license application fee (California), ~$15 copy of my transcript, ~$70 for my LIVE SCAN fingerprint service (fee varies depending on where you go), and then $374 for malpractice insurance. I'm sure there were other things but that's off the top of my head.

Rosanna

I didn't apply for a DEA number, but my friend who works at a VA said it was $551 for 3 years (which the VA paid for).

 

[pre-opt]

Thank you both for your replies. I really appreciate any info. Do all states require LIVE SCAN fingerprinting (anyone know about Missouri)?

Also, what is the transcript for (just for my curiosity)? Do employers actually ask for it?

Does anyone know where I can find more information about controlled substance licensure and it's cost?

With ancillary licenses do you mean working more than 1 office, or do you mean different states?

Last question....Has anyone worked under an optometrist's licensure after graduation, but before your licensure was complete? If so, can anyone give me an idea of what would be a reasonable hourly rate (i.e. or a percentage of doctor's pay)?

 

[gochi]

Besides NBEO boards and state licensure (625 Part II + $625 Part III + $450 TMOD + $70 State law), what other expenses will I be responsible for near the end of 4th year or at least before I begin practicing. I am trying to see how much more money I am going to have to borrow to be able to survive before I start working. I am sure there are other misc fees that I am not aware of or just not thinking of...any help?

Thats f%$@(*g bull#@%t...you already paid 120k and now they want more ? I sure hope they give refunds to those who fail.

 

[EyeBaller]

Thank you both for your replies. I really appreciate any info. Do all states require LIVE SCAN fingerprinting (anyone know about Missouri)?

You have to check each state boards website to see what the application requirements are.

The list of state boards is here http://www.aoa.org/x5718.xml. You need your AOA user/pass to get in. Or just google it.

Also, what is the transcript for (just for my curiosity)? Do employers actually ask for it?

The transcript is usually required by the state board as part of the application (to prove you went to, and graduated from an optometry school). Again check the state boards

Does anyone know where I can find more information about controlled substance licensure and it's cost?

Again, I think this is state specific.

With ancillary licenses do you mean working more than 1 office, or do you mean different states?

Not sure about that one, just make sure your malpractice is covering you specifically, not just the place you work at.

Last question....Has anyone worked under an optometrist's licensure after graduation, but before your licensure was complete? If so, can anyone give me an idea of what would be a reasonable hourly rate (i.e. or a percentage of doctor's pay)?

I believe this is illegal...


I'm sure other people will have some input here too.. but I think the best way to get the most accurate information is to check the state board websites of the states you are interested in, and then just call them to get any other questions answered. The few I have dealt with so far have been really helpful.

 

[eyestrain]

Thats f%$@(*g bull#@%t...you already paid 120k and now they want more ? I sure hope they give refunds to those who fail.

Hey, it costs a lot of money to run the score sheets through a computer.

 

[Rosanna]

Hi pre-opt:

I did a bit of research (some free time since I'm recovering from laryngitis), and this is what I found for Missouri.

Missouri Board of Optometry: http://pr.mo.gov/optometrists.asp
Missouri's requirements for OD license: http://pr.mo.gov/boards/optometry/applicationcoverletter.pdf
Missouri's application for license: http://pr.mo.gov/boards/optometry/41906791000.pdf

Do all states require LIVE SCAN fingerprinting (anyone know about Missouri)?

Missouri requires two sets of fingerprints for a background check. If you want to do it digitally, you go through Identix (contact info on the application) which is $52 (plus any other processing fee). Digitally takes 2-3 weeks for processing. If you want to submit paper and ink fingerprints, you need to use the fingerprint cards through the Board and that cost $39.25 (3-4 weeks to process).

Also, what is the transcript for (just for my curiosity)? Do employers actually ask for it?

An official transcript is needed for the application. I interviewed at two places and neither asked for my transcript.

Does anyone know where I can find more information about controlled substance licensure and it's cost?

Read through the part that says "Certification of Optometrists to use Pharmaceutical Agents": http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/20csr/20c2210-2.pdf

Last question....Has anyone worked under an optometrist's licensure after graduation, but before your licensure was complete? If so, can anyone give me an idea of what would be a reasonable hourly rate (i.e. or a percentage of doctor's pay)?

Unless it's different in Missouri than California, it's illegal for you to practice without your state license. Take the free time to visit the local societies and start inquiring who is looking for an associate and/or partner and what the typical per diem rate is for your area.

Rosanna

 

[pre-opt]

Wow! Thank you so much for all of the info. Sometimes it seems impossible to sort through all of the information and legal jargon. Hope you feel better!!!

Hi pre-opt:

I did a bit of research (some free time since I'm recovering from laryngitis), and this is what I found for Missouri.

Missouri Board of Optometry: http://pr.mo.gov/optometrists.asp
Missouri's requirements for OD license: http://pr.mo.gov/boards/optometry/applicationcoverletter.pdf
Missouri's application for license: http://pr.mo.gov/boards/optometry/41906791000.pdf



Missouri requires two sets of fingerprints for a background check. If you want to do it digitally, you go through Identix (contact info on the application) which is $52 (plus any other processing fee). Digitally takes 2-3 weeks for processing. If you want to submit paper and ink fingerprints, you need to use the fingerprint cards through the Board and that cost $39.25 (3-4 weeks to process).



An official transcript is needed for the application. I interviewed at two places and neither asked for my transcript.



Read through the part that says "Certification of Optometrists to use Pharmaceutical Agents": http://www.sos.mo.gov/adrules/csr/current/20csr/20c2210-2.pdf




Unless it's different in Missouri than California, it's illegal for you to practice without your state license. Take the free time to visit the local societies and start inquiring who is looking for an associate and/or partner and what the typical per diem rate is for your area.

Rosanna