Offices of Optometrists
Size Standard: $9 million
NAICS code 621320 covers establishments of health practitioners having the degree of O.D. (Doctor of Optometry) primarily engaged in the independent practice of optometry. This includes vision examination, prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses, and diagnosing eye diseases.
Government vision care programs create opportunities for optometric services. The Department of Veterans Affairs provides vision care to eligible veterans, including eye examinations, eyeglasses, contact lenses, and low vision services. VA optometry services are provided both at VA facilities and through Community Care arrangements.
Defense Health Agency provides vision care to active duty service members and TRICARE beneficiaries. Military optometry clinics serve installation populations, with additional care available through TRICARE networks. Vision readiness is essential for military personnel.
Indian Health Service operates optometry programs serving tribal communities, often supplementing federal optometrists with contracted providers. Federal Employees Health Benefits programs include vision coverage, representing an indirect market.
Optometry contracting includes comprehensive eye examinations, prescribing corrective lenses, managing eye diseases within scope of practice, low vision rehabilitation, and specialty contact lens fitting. Credentialing requires O.D. degree, state licensure, and malpractice insurance.
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Defense Health Agency (DHA)
- Indian Health Service (IHS)
- Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
- U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
- VA Community Care Optometry Services
- TRICARE Vision Network Participation
- Indian Health Service Eye Care
- Low Vision Rehabilitation Services
- Prison Optometry Services
These certifications can help you compete for set-aside contracts under NAICS 621320:
What optometry services does the VA provide?
VA provides comprehensive eye care including examinations, eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision services, and disease management. Blind rehabilitation services support veterans with significant vision loss.
What is the size standard for NAICS 621320?
The SBA size standard for NAICS 621320 is $9 million in average annual receipts, making optometry practices easily qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
How does scope of practice affect government contracting?
Optometry scope varies by state, affecting what services can be contracted. Some states allow prescribing medications and minor procedures; others have more limited scope. Contracts must align with state licensure.
What specialties are in demand?
Low vision rehabilitation is particularly valuable for aging veteran population. Contact lens fitting, diabetic eye care, and pediatric optometry (for IHS) are also commonly needed specialties.
What credentialing is required?
Optometrists must hold O.D. degree, valid state license, malpractice insurance, and meet program-specific requirements. Therapeutic pharmaceutical agent (TPA) certification may be required depending on services.
Businesses below this threshold in average annual receipts qualify as small businesses for set-aside contracts.
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