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Telehealth in Optometry: Best Practices to Get Started

For optometrists interested in participating in the benefits of teleoptometry, here are some best practices to get started.

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  • ROYA ATTAR, OD, MBA, DHA, FAAO

  • June 2, 2025

  • 11 min

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    77.4% of eye care providers now offer telehealth services, enhancing patient access and convenience.

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    Teleoptometry supports continuity of care through timely monitoring and early disease detection.

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    Optometrists should identify patients suitable for teleoptometry, focusing on conditions like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.

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    Three teleoptometry models exist: synchronous, asynchronous, and hybrid, each serving different patient needs.

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    Practices must comply with state laws and ensure HIPAA compliance when implementing teleoptometry services.

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Telehealth in Optometry: Best Practices to Get Started

  • by ROYA ATTAR, OD, MBA, DHA, FAAO

  • June 2, 2025

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