Leaving No Glaucoma Patient Behind

When faced with an influx of glaucoma patients, Northwest Eye Specialists acted immediately.

By JENNIFER KIRBY, FEATURE WRITER

Analyzing the MIGS landscape

A review of the minimally invasive glaucoma surgery category reveals personalized options to reduce patients’ IOP and number of medications.

By Tanner J. Ferguson, MD, LAWRENCE NGUYEN, OD

Understanding the value of glaucoma testing

By honing their skills on structural and functional testing, staff can help the doctor make critical decisions on patient care.

By Lindsey Getz, contributing writer

Tools and strategies to keep patients compliant

How techs can help patients improve adherence to their eyedrop regimens

By Blake K. Williamson, MD, MPH, MS

Six tips for SLT teamwork

Staff provide education, testing, and treatment-day responsibilities for this first-line glaucoma treatment.

By THOMAS CASTILLO, DO, MBA

Viewpoint from the Editor

A sharper focus on patient care

By Jane T. Shuman, MSM, COT, COE, OSC

Opening Lines

Coding

Update on inpatient E/M codes

By Mary Pat Johnson, COMT, CPC, COE, CPMA

Customer Service

Stories of great service

By Elizabeth Monroe, COE, CPSS, PHR

Compliance

Service animals in the eyecare practice

By Laurie Brown, MBA, COMT, COE, CPC, CPMA, LSSYB