Offices of Optometrists
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 621320 directly.
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Official definition
This industry comprises establishments of health practitioners having the degree of O.D. (Doctor of Optometry) primarily engaged in the independent practice of optometry. These practitioners examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as diagnose related systemic conditions. Offices of optometrists prescribe and/or provide eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision aids, and vision therapy. They operate private or group practices in their own offices (e.g., centers, clinics) or in the facilities of others, such as hospitals or HMO medical centers, and may also provide the same services as opticians, such as selling and fitting prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Which code does this activity belong in?
Offices of optometrists comprise establishments where doctors of optometry examine, diagnose, and treat visual system disorders and prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses. The distinction from offices of all other health practitioners lies in the specific professional qualification; optometrists hold the O.D. degree and focus on vision care, whereas all other health practitioner offices cover independent practitioners in different health specialties such as acupuncturists, podiatrists, or dietary specialists who do not fall into the optometrist, chiropractor, mental health, or therapy categories.