Patient Resources

Adults should have a comprehensive eye exam every 1-2 years, or more frequently if you have existing eye conditions, diabetes, or a family history of eye disease. Children should have their first eye exam at 6 months, then at age 3, and before starting school.

Please bring your current glasses or contact lenses, a list of medications you're taking, your insurance card, and any previous eye exam records. If you're a new patient, arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork.

We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Please call us to verify your specific plan coverage before your appointment.

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, flashes of light, floaters, eye injury, or any sudden changes in vision. Call our emergency line at (123) 456-7891 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Cataract surgery typically takes 15-30 minutes per eye. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, and most patients can return home the same day. Full recovery usually takes 4-6 weeks, with most activities resuming within a few days.

If your eyes are dilated during the exam, you should not drive for 2-4 hours afterward as your vision may be blurry and sensitive to light. We recommend bringing a driver or arranging transportation for dilated eye exams.