Eye care resources
Practical guides on eye exams, dry-eye treatment, diagnostic testing, contact lenses, eyewear, and the eye-health concerns patients ask about most.
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Our entire staff is bilingual in English and Spanish, not one person at the desk. What that changes about scheduling, insurance questions, the exam itself, and choosing glasses.
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Insurance, languages spoken, whether children and seniors are seen, and whether there is an optical on site. The practical questions worth asking, and how we answer them.
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Yes. We accept CenCal/Medi-Cal for patients of all ages, and CenCal eyewear benefits may also apply. What to bring, what to expect, and how to check your coverage before the visit.
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Medicare covers medical eye care rather than routine glasses exams, with important exceptions for diabetes, glaucoma risk, and cataract surgery. How the two kinds of visit differ.
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For exams, glasses, contacts, and most eye conditions, an optometrist is the right starting point. What each does, and when a referral for surgery makes sense.
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Knowing what to bring makes a first visit easier. Intake questions, medical history, insurance, testing, dilation, and how your doctor reviews recommendations with you.
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