WHAT TO BRING TO YOUR APPOINTMENT:

There are several things that you must remember to bring to your appointment at Lexington Eye Associates:

• Medical insurance card
• Proper referral from your primary care physician

Many HMOs and insurance companies will not permit a visit unless a referral has been obtained in advance of that visit. We ask that you obtain any necessary referrals so that you will be assured that your insurance company will pay for the visit.

It is also helpful to our staff if you bring the following:

• Eyeglasses
• Contact lens prescriptions (if available) NOTE: this may be on your contact lens case or vial.
• List of all your current medications
• Name and address of the physician who referred you to Lexington Eye Associates
• Download a registration form prior to your visit by clicking here. Bring this completed form with you on the day of your visit.

YOUR EYE EXAMINATION

The ophthalmic technicians at Lexington Eye Associates are responsible for taking your preliminary history and for performing the initial portion of the eye examination. They are carefully trained and supervised by our physicians in the performance of these duties. Your diagnosis and treatment will be provided by your ophthalmologist. Please note that most routine visits last about one hour. At times, a patient with a more complex problem such as acute glaucoma or retinal detachment could spend a few hours in the office. As we know your time is valuable, we make every effort to adhere to the daily appointment schedule; however, occasionally, unforeseen emergencies result in delays or make it necessary for us to change your appointment. If possible, we will call you ahead of time to let you know if it is necessary for us to change your appointment. We hope you will understand if either of these situations happens to you.

GOING HOME AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT

In order to have a complete eye examination, most people will have eye drops that dilate their pupils. Following these eye drops, your near vision will be blurred. Although most people can drive home safely with dilated pupils, some find driving and working difficult for several hours afterwards. In order to be prepared, you may want to bring sunglasses with you and arrange for someone else to drive you home. For several hours following your appointment, you may want to avoid doing close work.

PAYMENT POLICIES

Lexington Eye Associates will submit claims to your HMO or insurance company. Co-payments are due on the day of examination. If your appointment is not a covered service with your insurance; we ask that you make payment at the time of your visit. Feel free to direct your questions or financial concerns to our Billing Department at 781-862-1706. They are happy to assist you with forms if you are having difficulty. Please also feel free to discuss financial issues with your physician at Lexington Eye Associates.

Contact lenses and office visits related to contact lenses are usually not covered by most insurance programs. However, many insurances do offer discounts. Please contact your insurance carrier to find out your coverage. Contact lenses must be paid for at the time of pick-up or prior to mailing.