AR 40-63 — Ophthalmic Services {secnavinst 6810.1; Afi 44 117}
AR 40-63 governs policies for spectacles, contact lenses, and related ocular devices, including how and where eyewear is provided.
- Publication number: AR 40-63
- Title: OPHTHALMIC SERVICES {SECNAVINST 6810.1; AFI 44 117}
- Date: 04/14/2015
- Proponent: TSG
- Status: ACTIVE
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AR 40-63 covers optical fabrication, authorized eyewear benefits, spectacle ordering and delivery, lens specifications, contact lens service, and deployment guidance. It requires military personnel to receive eye examinations after entering the Service and establishes priority processing for spectacle orders.
Topics covered
- Optical fabrication
- Authorized eyewear benefits
- Spectacle priority system
- Lens materials and coatings
- Contact lens wear policy
- Protective eyewear
- Deployment eyewear
Questions and answers
When can high index lenses be ordered?
High index lenses are authorized if the total power is greater than or equal to +/-6.00 in any meridian. (paragraph 6-2)
What contact lens restrictions apply during Army training and deployment?
Contact lenses will not be worn during basic training, field exercises, gas chamber exercises, deployments, or combat. (paragraph 3-7)
What priority applies to spectacle orders for personnel deploying within 30 days?
Refers to orders for those deploying within 30 days of the order.
What is the standard system for ordering optical devices?
The SRTS is the DOD standard for ordering optical devices. (paragraph 3-3)
How many pairs of spectacles are included in the basic optical readiness requirement?
The basic optical readiness requirement for each of the Services includes two pairs of spectacles (four for aviators) and one PMI. (paragraph 6-1)