Routine vs Medical Eye Exams
Vision Exam
SERVICE:
A vision exam is recommended every 1–2 years. This exam will screen for eye diseases and provides measurements for eyewear and/or contacts.
Reasons for a Vision Exam:
- Blurry Vision
- Trouble reading up-close
- Squinting
Diagnosis Reasons for Vision Exam:
- Routine eye wellness
- Myopia (nearsighted)
- Hyperopia (farsighted)
- Presbyopia (bifocal age)
- Astigmatism
INSURANCE:
A vision exam is covered by vision care plans. If abnormal findings are discovered during your routine eye exam, you will be asked to return for additional testing and evaluation or convert your visit to medical the day of, your choice.
OUT-OF-POCKET:
- Vision plan co-pay
- Contact lens fit fee (may be filed to your vision plan depending on the policy)
- Possible follow-up visits when medically necessary
Medical Exam
SERVICE:
A medical exam is performed to evaluate abnormal findings and monitor existing medical conditions.
Reasons for a Medical Exam:
Diagnosis Reasons for a Medical Exam:
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Dry eye
- Iritis
- Macular Degeneration
- Strabismus
- Eye infections
- Eyelid disorders
- Eye injuries
INSURANCE:
A medical exam will be billed to your medical insurance.
OUT-OF-POCKET:
- Medical insurance co-pay
- Co-insurance and insurance deductibles
- Refraction fee
- Contact lens fit fee (if applicable)
Retinal Imaging
Just like Dentists need X-Rays and Physicians need MRI’s and Cat Scans, etc, Eye doctors rely on retinal imaging and scanning (like an MRI) to examine structures they cannot see. Our Topcon Imaging Technology, quick and painless, allows us to see beyond the retinal structure to confidently clear, diagnose and treat, recommended yearly at minimum.
When not covered by your insurance your out-of-pocket cost is only $29.00 Acknowledge and Initial.
How Often Do You Need To See The Optometrist?
The AOA recommends an annual eye exam for any patient who wears eyeglasses or contacts. If you don’t normally need vision correction, you still need an eye exam every year. Doctors often recommend more frequent eye examinations for people with diabetes, high blood pressure and other disorders, because many diseases can have an impact on vision and eye health.