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It\u2019s natural to have questions about your eye care options and what to expect from your treatment. You bring the questions, we\u2019ll bring the answers.

Start here, with some of our most commonly asked questions about popular vision enhancement procedures and eyewear options. Still have questions? Simply reach out to us and we\u2019ll be happy to assist you.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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LASIK<\/div>
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CATARACT SURGERY<\/div>
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REFRACTIVE LENS EXCHANGE<\/div>
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EYEGLASSES<\/div>
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SUNGLASSES<\/div>
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CONTACT LENSES<\/div>
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We recommend a routine vision exam every year. School age children and those over 65 years old should have their vision evaluated annually, as the eyes frequently change during these times. Contact lens wearers and those with certain medical conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure should also see us every year. Many serious eye diseases have no early symptoms and require early treatment to prevent loss of vision. By scheduling an annual screening, you give your eyes the best chance of staying healthy and clear. Learn more about\u00a0<\/span>routine eye exams.<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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We encourage every patient to write down questions that they want to ask the doctor or staff before their visit. We take your health very seriously, and believe the better informed you are the greater the benefit to your vision and health.<\/span><\/div>
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There can be multiple causes of unusual visual phenomena. While some are harmless, others need immediate attention and you should call your eye doctor right away to be sure a serious problem, such as retinal detachment, is not occurring. If no other symptoms are present, you\u2019ll want to schedule an appointment with your eye doctor during regular business hours. If additional symptoms are present such as nausea, confusion, headache or fever, call 911 or have someone drive you to your local emergency room for evaluation.<\/span><\/div>
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If you have a condition that you consider to be an emergency, we want to see you and will make every attempt to work you into our schedule as soon as possible. If we are unavailable or immediate attention is needed, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room for support.<\/span><\/div>
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It is important to check the details of your policy with your insurance provider prior to scheduling an appointment with us. For other questions related to insurance and claims submission, including workers compensation and all surgical procedure claims, please contact our billing department.<\/span><\/div>
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Yes, we are a participating provider for Medicare. This means that we limit our charges to the amount approved. Of this fee, Medicare pays 80% and the patient is responsible for the remaining 20% and any deductible not met. We will submit your claims for eye care services directly to Medicare on your behalf. Medicare pays for all \u201cmedically necessary\u201d services. Refractions (examinations for glasses) are not covered and the fee is payable at the time of the exam.<\/span><\/div>
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We accept all major credit cards for those patients who do not want to pay in full. We are also pleased to participate with Care Credit, a revolving credit line just for medical and dental services. In just a few seconds, we can verify if you qualify for this program, which offers convenient monthly payments.<\/span><\/div>
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No. All of our doctors see patients in both Medford and Grants Pass. You may make your appointment at the office that is most convenient for you.<\/span><\/div>
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We receive referrals for specialty care from a wide geographic area, and we work with many patients who travel long distances to see us. Most of those patients have regular eye doctors in their hometown and we are experienced in coordinating care in those situations. If you wish to have some of your care shared with your regular provider, please let us know. Your doctor at Medical Eye Center will evaluate your status after treatment and determine medically if and when your care can be transferred. Your regular provider\u00a0must have the appropriate training and experience, and be willing to assume care. Even if your eye care is being shared or transferred, you can always return to your doctor at\u00a0Medical Eye Center\u00a0for any questions or\u00a0concerns.<\/span><\/div>
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Yes. If you use a computer regularly, it is likely you\u2019ll develop Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). CVS is not serious, but can be quite uncomfortable. Symptoms can be alleviated with the support of special glasses. Learn more about\u00a0<\/span>Computer Vision Syndrome.<\/span><\/a><\/div>
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Studies indicate a relationship between eyes that are unprotected from the sun\u2019s UV rays and conditions like cataracts and macular degeneration. Protect your eyes year round by investing in good quality sunglasses. Our optical department has a number of styles to choose from and all our frames can be fitted with prescription lenses.<\/span><\/div>
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It\u2019s an excellent idea to carry a copy of your eyeglass prescription and an extra pair of glasses with you when you travel. Even if the extra glasses are not your latest prescription, you could still function while having a new pair made. If you call our office, we will rush you a new pair as fast as possible.<\/span><\/div>
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Yes. We specialize in prescription scuba masks and ski goggles that allow our patients to enjoy their sports clearly. We also provide prescription swim goggles, sports wear and respirator inserts.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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When considering LASIK vision correction, it\u2019s important to know that blade-free LASIK is the only FDA-approved, all-laser procedure. Quite simply, it\u2019s the world\u2019s safest, most advanced vision-correcting technology available today, giving you customized results for your best possible vision. Learn more about the\u00a0blade-free LASIK procedure<\/a>.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Only blade-free LASIK procedure has earned FDA approval to correct the broadest range of vision imperfections, including mild to severe nearsightedness, farsightedness and all types of astigmatism.<\/div>
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The majority of people are good candidates for the blade-free LASIK Procedure. If you\u2019re at least 21 years old, in good general health with no existing eye disease, and your vision prescription has been stable for at least one year, you\u2019re probably a candidate for LASIK.\u00a0Click here<\/a>\u00a0for a short questionnaire that can help determine if LASIK is right for you.<\/div>
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The vast majority of blade-free LASIK patients improve to 20\/20 vision or better after surgery. 20\/20 vision means that you see at 20 feet what a person without any vision problems would see at the same distance. (For reference, you need to be at least 20\/40 to drive, while fighter pilots are often measured at 20\/15.) Only blade-free LASIK delivers the truly customized treatment that more doctors rely on to take their patients to 20\/20 and beyond, so they can better enjoy their favorite activities such as water sports, golf, snowboarding, mountain biking, softball, and more.<\/div>
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blade-free LASIK is the most widely-researched vision correction procedure available today, making it safe and proven. In fact, more vision corrections are performed worldwide with blade-free LASIK technology than with any other laser procedure.\u00a0Visit the FDA\u2019s website on LASIK procedures.<\/a><\/div>
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Plan to be in our facility for 1-2 hours on your procedure day for pre-surgery preparation. The actual procedure takes about 10 minutes per eye. Both eyes are usually treated at the same visit.<\/div>
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Blade-free LASIK is quick and virtually painless. You are awake the entire time. Your eyes are numbed with drops and, at most, you might feel a little bit of pressure. There is usually no discomfort following the procedure.<\/div>
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Only the vision-correcting lasers behind the blade-free LASIK Procedure have earned FDA approval to correct the broadest range of vision imperfections. Other forms of laser vision correction just don\u2019t have the clinical results and advanced technology that comprise the blade-free LASIK procedure. In addition, no other vision procedure offers the individualized treatment of blade-free LASIK, truly customizing your vision correction based on your individual refractive signature. Using 3D mapping, blade-free LASIK\u2019s technology captures that refractive signature and uses it to create the exact specification needed to correct your vision.<\/div>
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For a vast majority, blade-free LASIK results are permanent. However, this doesn\u2019t mean that you won\u2019t need glasses at some point in the future. Due to aging eyes, everyone eventually needs reading glasses for small print sometime in their 40s or 50s. In the rare event that your vision isn\u2019t as optimal as you\u2019d hoped after surgery, Medical Eye Center offers an enhancement program.\u00a0Click here to learn more.<\/a>\u00a0<\/div>
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At Medical Eye Center, we want you to get the best care for your eyes, regardless of cost. We offer several payment options to help you achieve your best possible vision, and a convenient payment plan lets you begin your procedure immediately, then pay for it with monthly payments that fit easily into your budget. When considering the cost of glasses and contacts, LASIK is an investment in that will pay for itself over time. Learn more about the cost of LASIK vs. contact lenses.<\/p>

1.\u00a0How Much Does LASIK Cost?<\/a>
2.\u00a0Affordable Financing<\/a>
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You should avoid swimming, saunas and hot tubs for one week after your procedure. Other activities can be resumed immediately. Protective eyewear should be worn during contact sports or any time there is increased risk of eye injury, especially during the first three months after surgery.<\/div>
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Recovery is generally fairly quick. Most people are able to drive and return to work the next day.<\/div>
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You will be using eye drops for one week to prevent infection and aid in healing. You may also need artificial tears for some period of time after surgery.<\/div>
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Most patients who have had laser vision correction do not wear glasses for most daily activities. However, patients may need to wear reading glasses if they are over the age of 40. This is caused by the normal aging of the eye known as presbyopia. This condition occurs with or without laser vision correction. Some patients may need a minimal prescription for some visually demanding activities such as night driving.<\/div>
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We partner with local hotels that offer discounted rates for our patients. If you need accommodations we will be happy to assist you.<\/div>
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While we are able to accommodate most patients\u2019 schedules, it\u2019s best to reserve a date for your procedure as soon as possible because our surgical schedule does fill up quickly.<\/div>
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Having laser vision correction will not cause the development of cataracts nor prevent them. It also will not prevent you from having cataract surgery if you need it.<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Most private insurance plans do not cover laser vision correction. If you would like to bill your insurance, let us know and we can provide a form you can use. If your insurance doesn\u2019t cover the procedure, we have several affordable payment options that work for most people\u2019s budgets. Laser vision correction does qualify as a tax deductible medical expense and for medical savings accounts.<\/div><\/div>
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A very tiny incision is made in the eye so the natural lens can be removed and the new intraocular lens (IOL) can be positioned. Stitches are not required in most cases.<\/div>
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No. RLE is performed on one eye at a time. Your second eye surgery will take place 1-2 weeks after the first.<\/div>
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For RLE, anesthesia typically consists of relaxing medication and a local anesthetic. A Certified Nurse Anesthetist will be monitoring your anesthesia to help ensure a pleasant and comfortable experience.<\/div>
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Unlike LASIK surgery that uses a laser to change the shape of your cornea, RLE works by replacing the lens in your eye. This procedure is much like cataract surgery, one of the most commonly performed eye surgeries.<\/div>
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We attempt to achieve the best vision possible. However, everyone heals differently, and we cannot guarantee perfect vision in 100% of patients. Many of our patients do achieve 20\/20 vision, but somewhere between 20\/20 and 20\/40 is a more realistic expectation. At 20\/40 or better you can drive legally without corrective lenses. Most people function extremely well at this correction.<\/div>
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You may or may not still need reading glasses following RLE. Whether or not you need glasses depends on your laser vision correction needs and the type of IOL your doctor recommends for you. When your doctor examines your eyes and recommends a specific IOL, he\u2019ll be able to give you a realistic prognosis.<\/div>
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After reviewing your overall eye health, your surgeon will discuss your options and help you choose the IOL that best fits your individual needs and lifestyle. While no lens implant can re-create the vision of a 20-year-old eye, many patients report being able to read the newspaper, restaurant menus, and food labels without glasses after receiving Custom IOL implants\u2014all in addition to the clearer distance vision.<\/div>
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As part of the normal aging process, the lens of the eye starts to harden and becomes less clear. As a result, the lens becomes less able to focus light properly causing increasingly dull, cloudy or blurry vision. Other contributing factors to the onset of cataracts are diseases like Diabetes, trauma, medications and sun exposure.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You and your doctor will determine together the appropriate treatment course for your cataracts before your vision becomes dramatically impaired. Having cataracts isn\u2019t considered an emergency, so you can take some time to determine when surgery works for you.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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In addition to\u00a0Standard Intraocular Lens Implants<\/a>, we offer several types of\u00a0Custom Intraocular Lens Implants<\/a>\u00a0that can help improve distance vision, reading vision, and everything in between. You and your surgeon will discuss your goals and lifestyle preferences and you will have some testing to determine the specific measurements of your eyes. With this information, your surgeon can tell you which lenses you are a candidate for and help you choose the implant that will work best for you.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Medicare covers the basic level of cataract surgery with a\u00a0Standard Intraocular Lens Implants<\/a>. Medicare does not consider\u00a0Custom Intraocular Lens Implants<\/a>\u00a0to be medically necessary, so you will be responsible for the portion Medicare doesn\u2019t cover.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Your outpatient procedure will be performed in our surgery center that is devoted exclusively to surgical treatment of the eye. Your eye will be dilated and numbed and a small incision will be made. Your surgeon will then insert an instrument that uses ultrasound to break up and remove the cataract. Afterwards the new\u00a0intraocular lens<\/a>\u00a0you discussed with your surgeon is placed into your eye. The surgery is typically not painful, though we do have anesthesia providers on our team to ease your comfort during the procedure.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Cataract surgery is a very common procedure and complications are rare. If a complication is encountered during surgery, your surgeon may perform additional measures to correct the issue and\/or you may need to return for treatment of the complication. You will have several post-operative visits to monitor your progress after surgery to help ensure any possible complications are addressed.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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No, a cataract cannot return once it is removed with surgery. Your eye can, however, develop posterior capsular opacity in time, which means the membranes behind the implant have become hazy. This can quickly be remedied with a laser capsulotomy procedure to clear up your vision.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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You will be given drops to prevent infection and aid in the healing process after surgery. Your vision will be impaired during the healing process and you may experience the sensation of something being in your eye or some slight burning. This, along with any redness, is normal and will subside as the eye begins to mend.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Frequently Asked Questions about Contact Lenses<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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At Medical Eye Center you\u2019ll feel confident you\u2019re getting the best contact lenses for your eyes. We research and compare products for you, and we strive to give you the best price on annual supplies with money saving rebates and promotions. We\u2019ll ship your lenses to your home or office for free. Throughout the year, we\u2019ll provide emergency back-up lenses at no charge. You can also exchange unopened contact lenses boxes\u2014as long as they meet manufacturer\u2019s return policy, generally within one year of expiration date with no marks or damage to the boxes.<\/span><\/div>
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The two most common wear schedules are a monthly lens that is taken out each night, or a daily lens that is inserted in the morning and thrown away at the end of the day. There are also extended wear lenses made from special materials that can typically be worn for 7 to 30 days without removal. (Keep in mind there is always a risk in sleeping with contacts\u2014even in those that are labeled for this use.) Your vision needs and eye health will determine whether daily wear, monthly wear, or continuous wear contacts are right for your eyes.<\/span><\/div>
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Selecting the right contact lens for your eyes involves two important considerations. After a thorough eye exam, the first step is to find a lens that accurately corrects your vision. If contact lenses are not properly prescribed, your vision won\u2019t be accurately corrected. Next, the correct power, diameter and curvature of your lens\u2009will need to be determined. A poorly fit lens could result in discomfort, inflammation, swelling, abrasion, or other problems that could (in rare cases) result in eye tissue damage. Keep in mind that finding the perfect lens for your eyes may take several tries.<\/span><\/div>
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Because your eyes can change over time, contact lens prescriptions are valid for one year. Your doctor will evaluate the health of your eyes annually to review accuracy of your prescription and evaluate the fit of your lenses.<\/span><\/div>
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When you order an annual supply of contact lenses, you\u2019ll also receive:<\/span><\/p>