Insurances

There are many different insurance plans available and the clinic continues to add new insurance plans at various intervals. The most uptodate way to find out if we accept your insurance plan is to call our office if you are unsure.

When you call to make an appointment, be sure to have your insurance card ready as we will require some information from the card to schedule your appointment. We also require that you bring your card and ID with you to your appointment to ensure your appointment is runs efficiently and without delay.

Medicare

The clinic accepts Medicare. The clinic will prepare and submit your claim to Medicare on your behalf. Medicare will reimburse the clinic directly for its portion and you will be responsible for your remaining portion along with any deductibles that are not met. If you have supplemental insurance that we are contracted with, the clinic will also prepare and submit a claim once Medicare has reimbursed their portion. If your supplemental has not paid or does not pay, you are responsible for the balance of the services.

Medicare Advantage

Currently, we are credentialed with some but not all Advantage plans. It is best to call the office to confirm with us about plan. If you are part of a Medicare HMO or Medicare Replacement Plan, we will communicate with the insurance carrier for you in compliance with their plan and network guidelines. You may be required to obtain a prior authorization or referral before your visit with us. While the Medicare Advantage plans are required to provide the same benefits as traditional Medicare, experience has shown that they may delay or deny payment for services. As such we have found it necessary to request a signed acknowledgment from our patients and request a refundable deposit for services rendered until the insurance carriers submit payment.

Private Insurance

While the clinic is contracted with some insurance carriers, it is not contracted with all insurance carriers and plans. Please call our office for the most up to date list of insurance carriers and plans that we accept. We will prepare and submit insurance claim for you for the medical services provided. However, please be aware you are ultimately responsible for your account as we may not have a contractual relationship with your insurance provider. If the Clinic has not received a payment or determination from your insurance provider, you will be responsible for the services rendered.

Please read all the literature provided by your health plan regarding patient responsibilities. Some health plans require you to obtain a referral or prior authorization form before the clinic visit. Most plans require a co-pay and/or deductible payment to be made at the time of service. We are contractually obligated to collect your co-pay prior to your visit with the doctor. If you are undergoing a procedure, your insurance company may require that you pay two co-pays, one for the doctor’s service and one for the surgery center or supplies. We do not have any control over this policy. It is important for you to learn about the benefits of your insurance plan so that you may make the most beneficial choices for your health care needs.

No Insurance

We accept patients that are self-pay and provide the same quality personalized care that you seek that meets your eye health needs. In cases of financial difficulties, please let the clinic know as we may be able to assist in obtaining alternate financing through charitable organizations or financing programs.

Please print out and complete the Patient Information forms below and bring them with you when you come in for your appointment.