Terms to know

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What is the pupil?

The opening in the iris to the back of the eye.

non-contact tonometer

Measures the intra-ocular pressure of the eye.

FDT

Measures the patient's peripheral vision sensitivity.

Auto Refractor

measures the estimation of the patient's glasses (refraction) correction.

Optomap

Captures a wide-angle, digital image of the retina.

Humphries Visual Field

The most accurate, subjective measurement of the patient's peripheral vision sensitivity.

Cycoplegic Exam

seperate refraction exam instill cycloplegic drops

Copay

Amount pt insurance requires the pt to pay as their part of payment for services or materials.

deductible

Total amound pt must pay for services prior to their unsurance company making payments to the providers

Eye Health Evaluation

Part of the eye exam that evaluates the patient's eye health.

Refraction

Part of the exam which determines the patient's best possible vision.