AOA to update profession on health, vision plan advocacy efforts
Register now for this must-attend town hall event on Oct. 29. The last town hall drew over 700 attendees.
How AOA advocacy keeps contact lens wearers fright free
Twenty years after the Fairness to Contact Lens Consumers Act became law, the AOA continues to ensure that contact lenses are used safely by the public and urge a robust response by federal and state authorities to illegal and improper contact lens sales.
Lawmakers host AOA, patient and consumer advocates for VBM abuse briefing as Congress expands probes
At the request of a key U.S. House committee, AOA and patient and consumer advocates briefed lawmakers and staff on growing vision benefit manager (VBM) abuses as Capitol Hill leaders increasingly probe their costly, controlling and care-limiting schemes.
Are you ready for the Eyeglass Rule of 2024?
The Federal Trade Commission issued its updated Eyeglass Rule after an extended review. The rule, which takes effect Sept. 24, requires doctors of optometry to get patient confirmation that they had received a copy of their prescription at the completion of an eye exam.
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NIH, NEI consolidation plan ‘jeopardizes’ vision research, draws AOA opposition
The National Eye Institute (NEI) is the leading agency for conducting and supporting eye health and vision research and public education—but it could be a federal budget consequence.
VBM abuses scrutinized by state policy think tank, U.S. Senate opens new investigation
The AOA and affiliates’ multi-pronged approach to achieving coverage and reimbursement fairness builds momentum with state legislators’ forums, while the newest Senate investigation brings the total number of federal VBM probes to three.
Bill seeks better fix to Medicare Physician Fee Schedule cuts
The AOA supports a Senate bill introduced Aug. 1 that would allow for greater flexibility and stability under the Physician Fee Schedule.
How Chevron ruling could impact optometry
A recent Supreme Court ruling could call into question certain federal regulations. The AOA is seeking feedback on regulations that burden your practice.
Takeaways from CMS’ proposed 2025 Physician Fee Schedule
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released its proposed rule changes last week. The proposals recognize the value of vision care and the need for greater access to care for patients.
FTC issues 10-year Eyeglass Rule update as AOA renews demand for crackdown on medical device scammers
A nearly decade-long rule review ends with new requirements for prescribers, yet commissioners abandon two once-proposed, damaging policies after AOA insistence.