PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
What every young optometrist should know about malpractice insurance
Malpractice insurance is a tool integral to protecting your reputation, finances and peace of mind.
Anatomy of a breach
How cyberattacks unfold in optometric practices.
3 risks of relying solely on third-party IT services for protection against cybercrime
Understanding the limitations to third-party IT services can help optometric practices strengthen their defenses and protect patient data more effectively.
5 best practices for offering prompt-pay discounts
What every provider should know about offering reduced rates.
You’ve been breached—now what?
A practice owner’s guide to cyber incident response.
AOA Center for Independent Practice expands to serve the next generation
New institute and sixth partner school broaden support for independent practitioners.
5 types of cybercrime practice owners can’t afford to ignore
Know your weak spots.
New Demodex blepharitis codes available for optometrists
AOA advocacy leads to more specific ICD-10 diagnostic codes starting October 1, improving disease tracking and patient care.
In-office membership plans 101: Increasing patient loyalty
How forward-thinking practice owners are implementing membership plans to increase patient loyalty.
FTC to dismiss noncompete ban
The federal rule would have prevented noncompete arrangements, common in physician employment agreements. But the Federal Trade Commission recently voted to vacate the rule.
5 key features a long-term disability policy should include
Learn more about how long-term disability insurance can benefit you as an optometrist, and discover what key components you should look for.