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Optometry and ophthalmology relations in managed care.

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  • 1Surgery Service, Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital, Columbia, Missouri, USA.

Journal of the American Optometric Association
|August 24, 1999
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Managed care challenges optometrists and ophthalmologists, but initiatives can improve collaboration for better patient eye care. This approach may enhance professional relationships and treatment outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Optometry
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Historically, professional relationships between optometrists and ophthalmologists have been strained.
  • Both professions encounter unique challenges within managed care environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and discuss common issues faced by optometrists and ophthalmologists operating under managed care.
  • To explore how managed care can influence interprofessional collaboration in eye care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of professional challenges.
  • Review of managed care models impacting eye care providers.

Main Results:

  • Managed care presents specific obstacles to optometrist and ophthalmologist collaboration.

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  • Existing professional dynamics are affected by the constraints and guidelines of managed care.

    • Conclusions:

    • Managed care initiatives hold potential to foster improved teamwork between optometrists and ophthalmologists.
    • Enhanced collaboration can lead to more effective integrated treatment of ocular conditions.