5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Optometrists must navigate both scope of practice and scope of payment to ensure reimbursement for their services.

• 2

  Joining medical insurance panels is essential for optometrists to increase patient access and receive payment for care.

• 3

  The CAQH ProView platform helps optometrists streamline the application process for medical insurance participation.

• 4

  Optometrists facing closed panels should seek assistance from state optometric associations for potential solutions.

• 5

  Comprehensive optometry encompasses the diverse skills of optometrists, highlighting the need for adequate reimbursement.