Understanding the impact of Total Vision vs. VSP settlement for optometrists
What doctors of optometry need to know about the confidential potential settlement.
AOA priorities advance as U.S. House approves sweeping legislation
AOA doctor and student advocates work hard to ensure their U.S. House and Senate leaders understand optometry’s priorities as Congress advances a sweeping legislative package, seen by AOA as both an opportunity to secure pro-optometry [...]
U.S. senators introduce VBM reform bill amid growing plan scrutiny
Congressional support for vision benefit manager (VBM) reforms continues to build with the latest bill introduced seeking to rebalance the relationship among plans, patients and their doctors.
Free eye exams undervalue the care doctors of optometry provide
While providing care to those who cannot afford it is an act of humanitarianism, using a promotional approach to a “free” eye exam poses ethical and professional concerns, the AOA’s Ethics & Values Committee warns.
DOC Access Act reintroduced amid growing Capitol Hill vigor for VBM reform
The bipartisan Dental and Optometric Care Access (DOC Access) Act takes on the abusive practices by Vision Benefit Managers and seeks rebalance in relationship between plans, patients and their doctors.
Breaking news: U.S. House, Senate approve VA OD physician-level recognition legislation
Roughly 70% of primary and medical eye care services are provided by VA Optometry, and this latest congressional approval will help the VA better recruit and retain doctors of optometry to help preserve that level [...]