Optical Dispensing Among Optometrists

The Optical Dispensing Among Optometrists report focuses on prescribing and dispensing patterns for eyeglasses and contact lenses in 2011. Data is presented on the mix of frames displayed in optometry practices, types of eyeglass lenses and materials of lenses dispensed, and lens treatments and finishing services. Data is also presented for the number of contact lens fittings performed, contact lens related complications treated, percentage of contact lenses dispensed by material and the primary choice in frequency of scheduled replacement contact lenses for patients in different age groups.

Contents of the 2011 Optical Dispensing Among Optometrists report includes:

• New prescriptions
• Prescriptions filled elsewhere
• Types and number of frames on display
• Lens material and treatment & finishing
• Contact lens inventory
• Contact lens fittings and lens materials
• Total gross revenues from frames & lenses and contact lenses & services
• Optometrist characteristics

Reports available from the 2011 Survey include:

• Executive Summary - This free publication is available for immediate download in PDF format and provides an overall summary of key results from the 2011 survey

               Download the Executive Summary

• Optometry Report - This 23-page publication presents results from the 2011 survey in narrative format with the support of 24 figures and tables to present important findings. This report may be purchased through the AOA Online Store, and is available in PDF (item RB2-O2D), on CD (item RB2-O2C), or Print (item RB2-O2P)
• Detailed Analysis Report - This 84-page detailed comprehensive report employs limited narrative, and includes tabulations and graphics for further statistical analysis. Through the use of 133 figures and tables, this report utilizes cross tabulation to enable the user to monitor trends in the optometry profession specific to his or her practice characteristics, including AOA membership status, employment situation, practice type, gender, years in practice, and U.S. Census Region. This report may be purchased through the AOA Online Store, and is available in PDF format (item RB2-D1D), on CD (item RB2-D1C), or Print (item RB2-D1P)

              View the Table of Contents, List of Figures, and List of Tables

Survey report pricing information

To order, call 1-800-262-2210 or click here.