A Closer Look at the Eye Codes

These unique codes have certain advantages, but their documentation requirements can differ from E/M

By RIVA LEE ASBELL

As I See It

Guilt by Association: the AMA sold us out

By Paul S. Koch, MD

At Press Time

U.S. MDs cutting back their hours; Statin use reduces cataract risk; Punctal plugs to treat conjunctivitis; and more

By By ReN

Biting the EMR Bullet

How much will it really cost your practice?

By LESLIE GOLDBERG, Associate

Blood Pressure’s Impact on Glaucoma

Evidence describes a role for hemodynamics, not just ocular but systemic too

Coding & Reimbursement

Lower eyelid surgery: Cosmetic vs. reconstructive

By Suzanne L. Corcoran, COE

Improve Your Optic Nerve Evaluation

Here’s a systematic approach for performing a thorough glaucoma evaluation

By Jody Piltz-Seymour, MD

Management Essentials

ASC Efficiency — A real production

By By Farrell

Pondering the Dry Eye Puzzle

Questions remain about the role of osmolarity in diagnosis and treatment

By By ReN

Proper Pars Plana Placement of Glaucoma Shunts

Success requires teamwork between two skilled surgeons

By Andrew Rabinowitz, MD

Prospects for Continuous IOP Monitoring Devices

Will we ever have a patient-friendly way to monitor IOP “around the clock”?

By Arthur J. Sit, MD

Special section sponsored by Bausch + Lomb

Examining the Akreos® MICS Lens

By Robert J. Weinstock, MD, and

Spotlight on Glaucoma

New thinking on the concepts and controversies at the forefront of care

By Jack Persico, Executive

Spotlight on Technology & Technique

iSert: A disposable pre-loaded IOL system

By LESLIE GOLDBERG, Associate

The Wine Observer

Navigating the restaurant wine list

By Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO

Toward Better Delivery of Glaucoma Meds

Will anything replace the eyedrop?

By Jerry Helzner, contributing editor

Viewpoint

Physician, Heal Thyself