Information about our services
Advancements in contact lens technology offer the potential for successful contact lens wear to most of our patients.
Contact lenses not only enhance visual acuity and appearance, but also improve performance in visual tasks and sports.
Because contact lenses are medical devices placed on the eyes, they require expert fitting and careful instruction, as well as conscientious care and compliance with recommended follow-up examinations to maintain the healthy functioning of your eyes. To insure your contact lens success, we would like to familiarize you with our contact lens procedures and policies
The Eye Exam
Before you can be fitted for contact lenses, a complete medical and refractive examination is necessary. This exam is critical to assuring the good health of your eyes and ruling out the possibility of any unsuspected, underlying condition which may prevent contact lens use. If contact lenses are feasible, the complete eye exam will help us select the most appropriate lens material and design.
Contact Lens Fitting
The goal of contact lens fitting is to find the most appropriate contact lens for your optimal comfort and vision. An enormous variety of types, styles, materials, sizes and colors are offered. We are committed to taking the time and making the effort to fit you properly. Although many patients need only one fitting session, some require several appointments. In our experience, the extra time, effort and patience are very worthwhile, both for your ultimate satisfaction and the health of your eyes.
Insertion and Removal Training Session
During the appointment, our contact lens specialist will provide personalized instruction in the safe care and usage of your new lenses. Should further time be required, we will be happy to schedule an additional session (without charge). Upon completion of a successful insertion and removal session, you may begin wearing your lenses and we will schedule your first follow-up appointment. When your instruction session is complete, you will be asked to sign the agreement below.
"I understand the importance of adhering to the proper lens care procedures and instructions I have received. I understand that I am responsible for scheduling and keeping my appointments and that failure to do so could result in damage to my eyes or contacts."
Follow-up Appointments
One or more follow-up appointments will be necessary to assure that your contact lenses continue to fit well and your eyes remain healthy. Charges for follow-up visits during the first three months are included in the contact lens fitting fee.
Contact Lens Fitting Policy
The physicians with the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences charge a fitting/follow-up fee that includes the contact lens fitting, a starter lens care kit, insertion and removal lessons, trial lenses if appropriate, and the various visits needed for three months.
Ordering Contact Lenses
Contact lenses can be ordered at any time after the fitting is complete. You can order as many lenses as you would like; however, refunds will not be given if your prescription is to change in the future. We recommend six month checks to check fit and power. For your safety, we are not able to refill prescriptions more than one year old without another exam. Written prescription will be given at your request and will expire six months after your last exam date.
Payment
The fitting and follow-up fee is to be paid on the day of fitting. Lenses are to be paid for when an order is placed.
Lens Changes
If a patient originally fit with one lens requires a change to a more expensive lens, the difference will be charged. No refunds will be given.
Any lens changes made after the three month follow-up visit will incur a refitting fee.
Fitting/Follow-up Fee Includes:
- The fitting
- A starter lens care kit
- The insertion and removal training sessions
- Follow-up visits for three months
Fitting/Follow-up Fee Does Not Include:
- The medical eye exam
- Medical visits not directly related to lens wear
- The contact lenses
Refunds
With all of the new advanced materials being used to make contact lenses and our extensive experience fitting lenses, we have very few patients who are unable to wear contact lenses. If, however, either you or your doctor decide to stop the fitting of the contact lenses, a refund of the cost of the lenses may be given during the warranty period. No refund will be given after three months. There will be no refund of the fitting fee.
Contact Lens Fitting Fees
Cosmetic Fit
Includes initial fit, insertion and removal classes and three months of follow-up visits. Fitting fee non-refundable. Exam fee is separate.
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| Contact Lens evaluation - current wearer (evaluation of fit and power) |
$20.00 |
Soft Contact Lens |
New $93.00
Refit $63.00 |
Soft Toric Lens |
New $129.00
Refit $99.00 |
| Bifocal Soft Contact Lens Disposable |
New $165.00
Refit $135.00 |
Toric Rigid Gas Permeable Lens |
New $269.00
Refit $219.00 |
Bifocal Rigid Gas Permeable Lens |
New $400.00
Refit $200 |
Corneal Refractive Therapy (CRT) |
$1050.00 |
Continuous Wear |
New - $113.00
Refit - $83.00 |
Medical Fit
Includes initial fit and training, follow-up exams are billed separately |
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$225.00 |
Diagnostic Fit
No follow-up or training classes included. |
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Cosmetic $43.00
Medical $120.00 |
For pricing on specific brands of contact lenses, please call 319-356-2916.
Exact fees will be discussed after you are examined and the type of lens best suited for you is determined.
If you have questions or need further clarification, please contact us |
