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The Optometrist’s Role in Surgical Comanagement

Strategies for cataract and refractive surgery comanagement for practicing ODs 

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  • Julie Greenbaum, editor

  • June 17, 2026

  • 5 min

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Clinical Report: The Optometrist’s Role in Surgical Comanagement

Overview

This report highlights the role of optometrists in the surgical comanagement of cataract and refractive surgeries.

Background

As primary eyecare providers, optometrists play a role in the surgical comanagement of patients undergoing cataract and refractive procedures.

Data Highlights

No numerical data provided in the source material.

Key Findings

  • Optometrists are often the first to identify visually significant cataracts.
  • Setting realistic expectations regarding IOL options is important.
  • Postoperative care by optometrists includes monitoring healing.
  • Advanced diagnostics are used for preoperative evaluations.
  • Effective communication protocols between optometrists and surgeons are important.

Clinical Implications

Optometrists should focus on comprehensive preoperative evaluations and patient education to improve surgical outcomes. Collaboration with surgeons through effective communication is essential for seamless care.

Conclusion

The evolving role of optometrists in surgical comanagement is critical for enhancing patient care and outcomes in cataract and refractive surgeries.

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  4. American Society of Retina Specialists, 2025 -- New for 2025: Expanded Requirements for Transfer of Care Modifier -54
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  8. MLN907166 – Global Surgery
  9. Postoperative co-management -- modifiers 54 and 55 | FCSO Medicare
  10. New for 2025: Expanded Requirements for Transfer of Care Modifier -54 - The American Society of Retina Specialists
  11. Visual and Patient-Reported Outcomes of a Novel Full Visual Range Intraocular Lens Versus a Monofocal Intraocular Lens: A Randomized Multicenter US Trial - ScienceDirect
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The Optometrist’s Role in Surgical Comanagement

  • by Julie Greenbaum, editor

  • June 17, 2026

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