Provider news and updates

February is Low Vision Awareness Month

Early referrals to low vision specialists can help patients maintain independence.

Contact lens formulary updates effective Jan. 1

Our contact lens formulary has been updated.

New CE Course: Ocular Telemedicine for Vision Care

Our latest COPE-accredited course covers telemedicine in eye care, including benefits, implementation strategies and trends.

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Member health & wellness

Support your patients with monthly vision-related articles, wellness tips and downloadable education from Healthy Eyes for Life to help members get the most from their vision benefits. 

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Low vision

Millions of Americans live with low vision. Early support and resources can help patients maintain independence, confidence and quality of life.

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Myopia management

Myopia is on the rise. Explore the ways we’re working to help make access to care for myopia easier for eligible members and see how you can help us spread the word.

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December In Focus

 

Network Administration Manual update: Effective Jan. 1, 2025
Please review the updated Network Administration Manual on spectera.com.

 

Important Medicare benefit updates
New Medicare benefits go into effect Jan. 1, 2025, across all states. Remember to check member eligibility and specific benefit details before rendering services.

 

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Access Lincoln Financial Group patients nationwide

 

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

 

New York: Introducing the Oxford New York Small Group vision benefit for the Liberty and Metro Network

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October In Focus

 

Action required: Register for a One Healthcare ID today
Be prepared for new account and login requirements for your spectera.com account coming in Fall 2024.

 

Treehouse Eyes and myopia management
Learn more about our partnership with Treehouse Eyes to drive awareness and help offset the costs associated with myopia management.

 

Submit medically necessary contact lens orders online
Beginning Nov. 1, you may bill for necessary contact lens orders online through spectera.com.

 

Lab spotlight: Network lab expansion

 

November is National Diabetes Month

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August In Focus

 

Set up a One Healthcare ID today to avoid spectera.com access delays
Be prepared for new account and login requirements for your spectera.com account coming in October 2024.

 

Covering telemedicine routine vision exams
Make sure you’re familiar with our telemedicine guidelines and requirements.

 

Updates on the Federal Trade Commission’s Eyeglass Rule
Important changes aimed at promoting competition and consumer choice.

 

August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

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June In Focus - Private

 

Action required: New security enhancements to your spectera.com account
Later this year, you will experience new account and login requirements for your spectera.com account.

 

New product: Transitions welcomes genius GEN S
Transitions® GEN S™ sets a new standard in the optical world that pushes the boundaries of traditional prescription lenses.

 

July is Dry Eye Awareness Month
Help educate your patients on the common symptoms of dry eye disease and the importance of early detection.

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April In Focus

 

Be prepared for new security enhancements to your spectera.com account
Later this year, you will experience new account and login requirements for your spectera.com account.

 

April is Women’s Eye Health Awareness Month
Help educate patients on women’s eye health and ways to protect their vision.

 

May is Healthy Vision Month
Healthy Vision Month is a reminder to check in with your patients regarding the importance of proactive eye care and eye health.

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