Comprehensive Eye Exam

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A comprehensive eye examination is the best way to support healthy vision. It allows our eye doctors to screen for the early detection and management of eye diseases, monitor visual acuity, and ensure that your eyes remain healthy throughout your life.

The most effective way to treat any eye condition is to diagnose it early on. Comprehensive eye exams performed by our eye doctors in our Las Vegas clinic can help you diagnose and treat any eye condition in its infancy. Our doctors and support staff provide our patients with a professional and warm environment. You must remain comfortable throughout your process, whether undergoing an eye exam or a more complex procedure.

At Abrams Eye Institute, ophthalmologists provide comprehensive eye exams in Las Vegas to diagnose and treat glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, dry eyes, and other typical eye conditions. During our eye exams, we also check for hypertension, which can cause bleeding in the eye.

Dr. Abrams running an optical examination determining corrective lens prescription for a patient

What to expect during your comprehensive eye exam:

A dilated eye exam involves using eye drops to enlarge the pupil, which allows the eye doctor to examine the retina and optic nerve at the back of the eye more thoroughly.
Your eye doctor will perform various tests to evaluate the eye’s health, including:
- Checking eye movements and alignment
- Assessing eye pressure
- Examining the internal and external structures of the eye using specialized equipment
- Performing a visual field test measures the range of your peripheral vision

Your ophthalmologist may discover a need for additional testing not listed above as they evaluate your eyes. The frequency of eye exams can vary based on age, health status, and other factors, so it’s essential to consult your eye doctor to determine the appropriate schedule for your needs.

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When and Why do I need a Comprehensive Eye Examination?

A comprehensive eye examination is paramount to supporting good eye health. It can be necessary at different points throughout your life. Here are three instances when you may need a comprehensive eye exam:

During Adulthood: As an adult, you should have a comprehensive eye exam at least once every two years, even if you do not wear glasses or contacts, to ensure that your eyes are healthy and to check for any signs of eye disease.
With Risk Factors: If you have certain risk factors for eye diseases, such as a family history of glaucoma or macular degeneration, or if you have certain medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or autoimmune diseases, you may need more frequent eye exams.
As You Age: As you age, your risk for eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration increases. We recommend that adults over 60 have annual comprehensive eye exams to monitor their eye health and catch any problems early.

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Benefits of a Medical Eye Exam

Diagnose & Monitor

Monitor for developing eye conditions like Cataracts, Glaucoma, and Macular Degeneration.

Life-Saving Detection

Catch signs of potentially fatal health problems such as diabetes, certain types of cancers, and high blood pressure early.

Prescription Interpretation

Understand if prescription glasses or contacts could benefit you and at what power.

Regular Vision Eye Exam

If you opt for a regular vision exam, our team will run simple tests to ensure the health of your eye. These include testing your vision to determine the need for glasses and contacts or updating your current prescription. You will not be dilated for this exam.

You can also receive updated eyeglasses and contact prescriptions in addition to your comprehensive medical exam. It is important to note that your prescription will be charged separately from your comprehensive exam if you use medical insurance. See below for more information on what to know about insurance.

Importance of Comprehensive Eye Exams

Eye exams are essential to maintaining good eye health, but only some understand why they are crucial. Have you ever considered the importance of your eyes in your daily life? They are one of our most important senses, and regular medical eye exams are an excellent way to care for them.

Much like an annual mammogram is necessary to screen for breast cancer, an eye exam can detect problems before they become more severe and can help prevent future eye issues. Your ophthalmologist can detect glaucoma and cataracts during a dilated comprehensive eye exam, both developing and becoming more challenging to treat if they go undetected. Preventative eye examinations are essential for people with a family history of eye disease, certain medical conditions like diabetes, or who wear glasses or contacts.

What Insurance do I need for an Eye Exam?

Vision Vs. Medical Insurance

Medical insurance covers your comprehensive medical eye exam. You do not need vision insurance for this type of exam. You will also use Medical insurance should you need to do so if further management of eye conditions and treatments are necessary.

Vision Insurance is a benefit that can only be used once a year and will likely cover your regular vision eye exam. You may also have vision benefits that go towards purchasing glasses or contacts.

Please note that even if you have both vision and medical insurance, you cannot use both types of insurance for the same visit. For example, suppose you schedule a comprehensive medical eye exam. In that case, you will have an additional charge to obtain your eyeglass prescription if you try to use both benefits simultaneously.

If you schedule a regular vision eye exam, you will receive your prescription as part of those benefits. However, suppose you are diagnosed with a medical eye-related issue during your regular vision appointment or require additional treatment. In that case, our team may recommend using your medical insurance to reduce your cost.

Vision Insurance	Medical Insurance
Covers routine eye care services like eye exams and refractive services.	Covers medical eye care services, such as management of eye diseases.
Benefits typically include an allowance toward glasses and/or contact lenses.	Only covers materials if you have a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).
Benefit can only be used one time per calendar year or one time every other year.	Benefit can only be used one time per calendar year or one time every other year. Can be used multiple times throughout the year.

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Contact the staff at Abrams Eye Institute’s Las Vegas clinic for information about procedures performed by our highly qualified and skilled ophthalmology physicians. They will schedule an appointment to assess your eye care needs and answer any questions you have before, during, or after your exam.

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