What should I bring to my appointment?
Please bring a form of valid ID, medical insurance card(s), a referral from your primary care physician (if required by your insurance), any referral letters from a referring doctor, eye glasses, contact lenses, a list of medications, and/or patient registration forms.
What does the medical exam include?
A medical eye exam will typically include assessment of your eye health and any pre-existing medical eye conditions. The assessment may or may not involve dilation of the eyes. For a more detailed explanation on medical versus routine eye exams, please click here.
The medical eye exam does not include refractive procedures, which are performed in order to determine a patient’s glasses or contact lens prescription. These procedures are not covered by medical insurance and require an additional cost to be performed. They will only be performed upon a patient’s request.
How long will my appointment take?
Depending on the appointment, times will vary. Your appointment can take anywhere from 1-2 hours for a medical exam alone. This does not include the time it would take for refractive services or additional testing that may be ordered by the doctor on the day of visit.
Will my eyes be dilated? If so, how long will they stay dilated?
Medical eye exams generally will include dilation to allow for a more thorough assessment of your eyes, but dilation may not be necessary based on the nature of your eye conditions and symptoms. Dilation may last between 2-4 hours, but times will vary depending on the individual.
What is the purpose of dilation?
Dilation will prevent the pupil from constricting when exposed to light. This allows for the doctor to examine the interior of the eye more thoroughly for any conditions that may be on the periphery of the retina.
Can I get my MVA forms filled out here?
Yes, we can fill out MVA forms at our office for a charge of $45 as long as you have been dilated in our office within the last year. We recommend that you call ahead of time to let us know when you are coming to ensure there will be a doctor available to sign your form when you come in.
Can I get a glasses or contact lens prescription here?
Yes, we offer refractive services and contact lens exams at our office! A refraction is the procedure the doctor does to determine if you need glasses or a change in your glasses. However, we do not make glasses at our office. Medical insurance plans, including Medicare and secondary insurance plans, do not pay for a refraction. Therefore, the patient is responsible for this charge.
Contact lens exams have a separate fee. Please contact the office for more information.
How do I make a payment to your office?
Payments can be made to our office by cash, check, or credit card (Visa or Mastercard). Credit card payments can be made online by clicking here or by calling us.