92135: What to Do When You're Denied Compensation

Some payers deny compensation for proper patient care and also declare that you can't bill the patient.

By Gil Weber, M.B.A.

AAO 2004 Preview: Opportunity Knocks in Tampa

The American Academy of Optometry’s mission is to promote the art, science and research of vision care. And at the Academy’s annual meeting in December, you’ll also find a healthy dose of practice management information.

Building Your Practice with Antioxidants

Prescribing this nutritional element is good for your patients and your practice.

By RICHARD S. KATTOUF, O.D., D.O.S.

business advisor - The Fourth Sector

Learn about the experience stage of the economy -- and how to use it to maximize your practice and profits.

By Jerry Hayes, OD, and

coding q & a - Medical Vs. Vision Insurance

Confusion often rules about which insurance to bill for a service.

By Suzanne L. Corcoran, COE

contact lens management - Beating the Dry Eye Beast

This run down of dry eye treatments reveals what methods work best.

Contact Lenses vs. Surgery

With so many choices available, doctors must find the time to engage patients in a detailed conversation on vision correction options. Here's how to begin.

Examining The Standards of Care

This article discusses how standards develop and what optometrists can do to hit these unclear targets.

fix this practice - Breaking Bad Employee Habits

Try these tips to regain control of staff.

instrumental strategies - The 30-Second Refraction

This refraction system is not only faster but more accurate.

lessons learned - All-Time Favorites

Priceless stories contribute to making our profession enjoyable.

o.d. to o.d. - Attention Wannabes

Optometry would not be where it is today without its share of leaders and "wannabes."

practice made perfect

Sell High By Mapping Out Improvements Now

practice pulse

Tips, Trends & News You Can Use

reflections - Give It Your Best

This O.D. couldn't solve his patient's problem, but he did help him maintain his quality of life.

therapeutic insights - Remember the Patient

Listen to your patients to learn how you can best answer their prescription needs.

view from the top - Expecting the Unexpected

Know what to do when tragedy strikes.

viewpoint - Where Have All the Billions Gone?

When it comes to eye care, arm your patients with reliable information.

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