Articles & Resources for Eye Care Practices

Discover our full library of resources crafted by industry leaders and experts.

Ophthalmologist positioning a microscope and performing surgery in an ASC.

3 min read

How Administrative Burden Is Fueling Burnout in Ophthalmology ASCs

Ophthalmology is one of the highest-volume Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) specialties in Medicare. The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission’s...

Read More
Ophthalmologist performing an eye exam on a patient in the clinic.

4 min read

5 Common MIPS Mistakes Ophthalmology Practices Should Avoid

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) is increasingly complex and time-consuming for already-busy ophthalmology practices. For many teams,...

Read More
Optometry provider communicating with patients at the front desk.

3 min read

How Modern Optometry Software Can Eliminate Front Office Chaos

Front office friction affects the entire patient experience. Manual processes, miscommunication, and missed follow-ups can also disrupt practice...

Read More
Ophthalmology provider reviewing treatment information with a patient, supporting patient education.

4 min read

The Building Blocks of a Seamless Patient Experience in Ophthalmology

Denise didn’t mind her ophthalmology appointment. She expected the puff of air, the dilation drops, and even the nerves. She had been putting off her...

Read More
Patient smiling while paying an eye care bill on their smartphone using a Text-to-Pay link.

2 min read

Why Text-to-Pay Is the Faster, Smarter Way to Get Paid in Eye Care

Today’s patients expect digital convenience at every step, including how they pay for care. Yet many optometry and ophthalmology practices today...

Read More
Financial performance graphic representing improved cash flow and optimized eye care RCM.

5 min read

8 Eye Care Billing Bottlenecks Costing Practices Time and Revenue

Revenue cycle management (RCM) may not be the most exciting part of running an eye care practice, but it’s critical to ongoing survival. When billing...

Read More
Ophthalmologist reviewing OCT scan results on a computer.

4 min read

5 Signs Your Ophthalmology EHR Is a Time Thief (and How to Reclaim Your Day)

Your ophthalmology EHR should streamline your day and give time back to your team, not quietly steal minutes from every exam, front-desk interaction,...

Read More
Optometrist performing a slit-lamp eye exam on a smiling female patient.

5 min read

The Hidden Costs of Friction in Your Optometry Workflows

Even well-run optometry practices can lose hours every week to small inefficiencies. A slow charting workflow here, a sticky-note workaround there,...

Read More
Optician assisting a patient with selecting eyeglass frames in an optometry clinic.

6 min read

Unpacking 2025 in Eye Care: Trends, Shifts, and Breakthroughs

2025 turned out to be a pivotal year for the eye care industry. From incredible clinical advancements to shifts in patient behavior, regulations, and...

Read More
Holiday-themed eye care display in an optometry shop, with eyeglasses, an eye chart, and ornaments.

6 min read

12 Days of Efficiency: Get Your Eye Care Practice New-Year Ready

Running an eye care practice today means striving for top-notch patient care while balancing never-ending operational pressure. From patient...

Read More
Ophthalmologist performing an eye exam on a patient.

5 min read

Preparing for MIPS 2026: How Ophthalmology Practices Can Get Ahead

MIPS for ophthalmology continues to grow in complexity, and with the 2026 performance year on the horizon, practices that prepare early will be best...

Read More
Patient trying on eyewear in an optometry practice.

4 min read

Inflation in Eye Care: 5 Trends Helping Practices Win

Inflation has impacted every corner of healthcare in 2025, and eye care is no exception. From spiking costs to shifting patient behavior, optometry...

Read More