Kansas public schools are responsible for thorough vision screenings of students but are not responsible for exams by a physician. Vision exams are the responsibility of the student’s parent or guardian. The Kansas State Board of Examiners in Optometry has Read More …
As a policy holder, you have every right to file an appeal. In some cases, you can request a benefit exception request or review for medical necessity. For more information on gaining insurance coverage for vision therapy, please read the Read More …
Yes! Many patients use flexible spending accounts to cover therapy costs.
We only file insurance claims for plans which we are contracted through our private practice. You may self-submit claims using the statement we’ll provide you after each therapy session. Most insurance providers have an out-of-network claim form on their website Read More …
Not all therapy programs are alike. When choosing a vision therapy provider, make sure you are informed about your needs and expectations for a plan of therapy based on the experience of the doctor and staff, facility, equipment, and comprehensive scope of programs delivered.
Some insurance providers cover a portion of vision therapy costs, but many policies exclude it altogether. Coverage determination can depend on several factors, especially diagnosis. We ask that you contact your insurance provider for eligibility – the service code for Read More …
Due to the specialized nature of our care, we only participate with a few insurance providers: BlueCross BlueShield plans (Except Blue Select, which is an exclusive plan that our office was not asked to participate in) and Original Medicare+Your Supplement. However Read More …
Testing performed by a developmental optometrist differs greatly from a general care optometrist. During a functional (AKA developmental) vision evaluation, the doctor and a therapist will complete a battery of tests for vision skills and visual processing proficiency. The tests Read More …
Most patients who successfully incorporate their new vision skills into daily life enjoy long-term resolution of their visual problems. Depending on the severity of the case, patients with strabismus, amblyopia or traumatic brain injury may benefit from maintenance therapy activities Read More …
Generally, you do not need a referral to be seen at our office, especially if you are insured by “Original” Medicare or a BlueCross BlueShield plan. However, you may call your insurance provider to be certain.