Virginia applicants who plan to drive with a bioptic telescope need this certification before DMV decides whether they may be tested. The eye doctor confirms the patient has had a prescription spectacle-mounted telescope for at least 60 days and has clinically shown the spotting, tracking, recall and lighting-adjustment skills listed on the form. The applicant separately certifies their own practice with the lens.
An ophthalmologist or optometrist completes and signs the Ophthalmologists/Optometrists Certification section, including the telescope's make, power and date received. The applicant completes Applicant Information and signs the Applicant Certification under penalty of perjury.
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Bioptic Telescopic Lens Certification
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The eye doctor certifies the patient has had the prescription spectacle-mounted telescope for at least 60 days before the application date. The applicant certifies daily use for at least 60 days and at least 6 weeks of practice while walking or cycling and while spotting objects and road signs as a passenger.
Medical Review Services staff review the documents to decide whether the applicant is eligible to be tested, and according to MED 44 DMV sends a letter within 30 days. Eligible applicants take a knowledge exam and a pre-skills exam identifying objects through the bioptic and carrier lens, then a road skills test.