Guides
Optometrist, Ophthalmologist or Optician: Who Does WhatHow optometrists, ophthalmologists and opticians differ in training and scope, and how to check a license or board certification for yourself.Your Right to Your Glasses and Contact Lens PrescriptionsWhat the FTC Eyeglass Rule and Contact Lens Rule require, including the 2024 confirmation changes, and what to do if a practice won't comply.What Medicare Covers for Eye CareWhich eye exams, tests, surgery and glasses Original Medicare covers, from diabetic eye exams to cataract surgery, and what to ask before you go.LASIK: What the FDA Says and Questions to AskA plain summary of the FDA's LASIK pages: who may not be a good candidate, the risks it lists, its checklist, and questions for a surgeon.