Best Practices

Beware of potential pitfalls in new associate compensation

By Richard C. Koval, MPA, CMPE

Coding & Reimbursement

When a RAC audit happens to you

By Suzanne L. Corcoran, COE

Crunching the economic realities of glaucoma

Controversy surrounds the cost-effectiveness of therapy vs. surgery. Here’s a closer look at the numbers.

By Karen Blum, Contributing

ECP as an option for early intervention

Why patient selection plays a critical role in success rates.

By Robert J. Noecker, MD, MBA

Evading the risk of endophthalmitis

Steps to prevent this rare but potentially catastrophic infection.

By William B. Trattler, MD

How we approach private-pay injectables

These cosmetic procedures bring a new challenge and self-pay patients.

By Steven Yoelin, MD

ICD-10 comes to glaucoma

What to expect and how to prepare.

By By ReN

Management Essentials

‘Side-car’ add-ons can bring out the best of your technology

By By Farrell

New Product Report

Path to Paperless

Should you get a VoIP phone system?

By Peter J Polack MD FACS

Quick Hits

SLT: An economical choice for early glaucoma

Evidence shows lasers are a cost-effective option for patients and practices.

By E. Randy Craven, MD

Spotlight on Technology & Technique

Nidek CATz system marries topography with LASIK treatment

By Bill Kekevian, Senior

Tackling glaucoma one Trabectome at a time

These pearls on surgical steps and tips on patient selection can improve outcomes.

By Constance O. Okeke, MD, MSCE

The Efficient Ophthalmologist

Tear osmolarity testing: a new weapon for dry eye

By Steven M. Silverstein MD, FACS

Training staff to get it right with advanced imaging

How to strengthen your practice’s knowledge base after the manufacturer’s rep leaves.

By Timothy J. Bennett, CRA, FOPS, OCT

Using data to add a new practice site

How demographics can drive a fact-based approach.

By Kay Coulson

Viewpoint

IRIS may be AAO’s finest hour

Advanced Phaco Systems

Developments such as high-tech fluidics improve outcomes and safety for microincision cataract surgery.

By ERIN MURPHY, CONTRIBUTING

Emerging Concepts in Dry Eye Patient Management

Provide fast, targeted relief with the latest diagnostic tools and novel therapies.

Faculty

How to Turn Around an Underperforming ASC

LEARN HOW TO RECOGNIZE THE EARLY WARNING SIGNS AND MAKE IMPACTFUL CHANGES BEFORE YOUR FACILITY DIPS INTO THE RED.

By Virginia Pickles, Contributing

Inducement

Make sure your referral-boosting efforts don’t cross the line.

By Virginia Pickles, Contributing

Medicare Mishaps in Ophthalmic ASC Coding/Compliance

By RIVA LEE ASBELL

Microsurgery in 3D

3D viewing systems help surgeons educate residents, staff and patients. They also deliver better presentations, and provide a big-screen view when needed.

By ERIN MURPHY, CONTRIBUTING