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Expert pieces on optometry billing, EHR best practices, practice management, and how AI is reshaping the way independent ODs run their day.
Optometry Insurance Verification: A Practical Guide (Medical + Vision)
A practical how-to guide for optometry practices on verifying both medical and vision insurance benefits before the visit, covering VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, prior authorization, frequency limitations, secondary coverage, and denial prevention.
How to Reduce No-Shows in Your Optometry Practice
Practical, data-backed tactics to reduce no-shows in your optometry practice: automated SMS and email reminder cadences, two-way confirmation, self-reschedule links, AI waitlist backfill, and no-show policies that protect your schedule and recover lost revenue.
Optometry Technician: Job Description, Salary, and Certification
An optometry technician supports licensed optometrists by performing pretesting, operating diagnostic equipment, and preparing patients for exams. Learn what the role involves, how much it pays, how to get started, and which certifications (JCAHPO COA, COT, COMT) can advance your career.
RevolutionEHR Pricing in 2026: What Independent Optometrists Actually Pay
RevolutionEHR uses per-provider monthly pricing plus add-on modules and clearinghouse fees, pushing total costs well above the base rate for most practices. This guide breaks down what independent optometrists actually pay and how a flat-price alternative like Jelo compares.
E-Prescribing Setup for Optometry Practices: A Step-by-Step Guide
A complete step-by-step guide for optometry practices to set up e-prescribing and EPCS, covering NPI and DEA prerequisites, Surescripts enrollment, identity proofing, two-factor authentication, staff training, troubleshooting, and state compliance requirements.
Ophthalmic Assistant Certification: COA, COT, and How to Get Certified
Learn the IJCAHPO ophthalmic assistant certification ladder: COA, COT, and COMT. Covers eligibility routes, exam format, recertification, salary data, and a step-by-step plan to get certified.
Optometry Billing Modifiers: -25, -RT/-LT, -52, -GA and More
A complete guide to optometry billing modifiers: when and how to use -25, -RT/-LT, -50, -52, -59, -GA/-GY/-GZ, -24, -57, -TC/-26, and the X modifiers in real optometric billing scenarios, with a full reference table and payer-policy caveats.
Optometry ICD-10 Cheat Sheet (2026)
A complete ICD-10 cheat sheet for optometry covering refractive error, dry eye, conjunctivitis, glaucoma, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, and AMD codes with laterality rules, CPT pairings, and denial-prevention tips for 2026.
How to Become an Optometrist: Education, OAT, Licensure & Timeline
A complete step-by-step guide to becoming an optometrist: undergraduate prerequisites, OAT prep, OptomCAS, the 4-year OD program, NBEO boards, state licensure, residencies, salary data, and career timeline.
Refraction (CPT 92015) Billing: When It's Covered and How to Get Paid
CPT 92015 (refraction) is excluded by Medicare and most medical plans. Learn when it is covered, how to bill it to a vision plan, when to charge patients, and how to use ABNs correctly.
92250 vs 92133 vs 92134: Retinal Imaging CPT Codes & Frequency
Understand the key differences between CPT 92250 (fundus photography), 92133 (OCT optic nerve), and 92134 (OCT retina) -- including the mutual exclusivity rule, frequency limits, medical necessity requirements, and common denial triggers for retinal imaging billing.
99202 vs 99203 vs 99204: E/M Coding for Optometry
How optometrists choose between 99202, 99203, and 99204 under 2021 MDM and time-based E/M rules, with clinical examples and documentation tips.
Switching Optometry EHR Software in 2026: The Complete 6-Week Migration Plan
Switching optometry EHR software takes about 6 weeks end-to-end. Here is the week-by-week migration plan, the BAA paperwork order, the 7 most common mistakes, and a vendor shortlist.
Optometry Patient Recall: Why 30% of Eye Exams Don't Come Back (and the 4-Step Fix)
25–35% of optometry patients fail to return for their next exam. The leak is in 4 operational gaps. Here is the 4-step recall workflow, the benchmark return rate, and the automation that closes it.
CPT 92004 vs 92014 vs 92002: The Optometrist's Decision Guide
Bill CPT 92002 vs 92004 vs 92012 vs 92014 correctly. New vs established, intermediate vs comprehensive, with a decision tree, worked examples, and 2026 reimbursement averages.
The Complete Guide to Optical POS Systems in 2026
An optical POS system is point-of-sale software built for eye care: frames, lenses, contact lens sales, vision plan benefits, lab orders, and insurance co-pays. This guide explains what separates a real optical POS from a generic retail POS, what to look for, and how much it should cost in 2026.
Optometry Patient Recall: The Complete 2026 Playbook
Patient recall is the single highest-ROI activity in an independent optometry practice. A well-tuned recall program recovers 15 to 35 percent of lapsed patients and typically pays for the whole CRM subscription within the first month. This playbook covers the sequences, templates, timing, and benchmarks that actually work in 2026.
The Complete Guide to Optical Practice Management Software in 2026
Optical practice management software runs the non-clinical side of an optometry practice: scheduling, insurance billing, inventory, patient communications, POS, and reporting. This guide breaks down what to look for in 2026, how much it really costs, and how to evaluate the top platforms for an independent practice.
Cloud-Based Optometry EHR: The 2026 Buyer's Guide
Cloud-based optometry EHR software runs your patient records, exams, prescriptions, and billing from secure remote servers instead of an in-office machine. In 2026, it is the default choice for most independent optometry practices because it cuts IT costs by 30 to 60 percent, delivers automatic HIPAA-compliant backups, and lets staff work from any device.
Best Optometry EHR Software in 2026: Top 7 Platforms Compared
The best optometry EHR software in 2026 is Jelo, which bundles EHR, POS, CRM, and inventory into one HIPAA-compliant platform for a flat $200/month. Legacy options like RevolutionEHR, Eyefinity, and MaximEyes cost 2 to 4 times more once add-on modules are included. This guide compares the top 7 optometry EHR platforms on price, features, setup time, and fit for independent practices.
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HIPAA Compliance for Optical Shops: A Practical Checklist (EHR, POS, Texting)
Complete Optometry CPT Codes List 2026 (92000–92499 + Billing Guide)
This is the most complete reference guide to optometry CPT codes for 2026 — covering eye exam codes, refraction, contact lens fitting, visual field testing, OCT imaging, and minor procedures. Each code includes the description, Medicare coverage status, common billing tips, and denial prevention notes.