ADVOCACY
650+ reasons why these powerhouse state sessions are advancing optometry
Prepare your advocacy team to create a winning legislative strategy by attending one of the AOA State Government Relations Committee Regional Advocacy Meetings this August or October.
Anthem Health fined for violations in Maine
Audit reveals claims and appeals violations and inadequate record keeping.
Understanding the impact of Total Vision vs. VSP settlement for optometrists
What doctors of optometry need to know about the confidential potential settlement.
AOA priorities advance as U.S. House approves sweeping legislation
AOA doctor and student advocates work hard to ensure their U.S. House and Senate leaders understand optometry’s priorities as Congress advances a sweeping legislative package, seen by AOA as both an opportunity to secure pro-optometry policies and a potential threat to reimbursement and coverage of optometrist-provided care.
U.S. senators introduce VBM reform bill amid growing plan scrutiny
Congressional support for vision benefit manager (VBM) reforms continues to build with the latest bill introduced seeking to rebalance the relationship among plans, patients and their doctors.
The latest on AOA contact lens advocacy
Efforts include federal legislation and a new class action lawsuit.
Major victory for West Virginia patients, optometrists
West Virginia’s scope victory makes it the thirteenth state in the nation to authorize doctors of optometry for ophthalmic lasers, bolstering patients’ access to this level of care.
Study: ‘Unprecedented’ optometry scope of practice expansion benefits patients
The gains were strongest for Medicare beneficiaries and rural patients.
North Dakota secures telemedicine provisions, ignites grassroots advocacy
Pivotal new law establishes crucial safeguards and accountability for optometric telemedicine services but revitalizes grassroots engagement and strengthens the future of care in North Dakota along the way.
AOA, affiliates take on VBM lobby’s attacks on optometry
Vision plan group’s smear tactics and misinformation are soundly rejected by legislators and formally rebuked by AOA as momentum for accountability increases.
How to build productive relationships with legislators
AOA members share how solid relationships made all the difference in their scope battles.
Committee spotlight: AOA’s State Government Relations Committee
Get to know the committee that serves as a comprehensive resource for state affiliates’ political activities.