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[Ryan_eyeball]

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HI

I was wondering if some of the current docs knew how easy it is to get on medical insurance programs as an independent doctor of optometry. I know some states recognize us now as "Optometric physician", and is easy to get on medical insurance plans.

Do i just call up insurance companies like Blue Cross/Shield, UHC, Aetna, etc in the particular state that I want to practice or should I contact the state board. I would just like someone else's feedback.

Sorry if I stated anything wrong.

 

[Ben Chudner]

HI

I was wondering if some of the current docs knew how easy it is to get on medical insurance programs as an independent doctor of optometry. I know some states recognize us now as "Optometric physician", and is easy to get on medical insurance plans.

Do i just call up insurance companies like Blue Cross/Shield, UHC, Aetna, etc in the particular state that I want to practice or should I contact the state board. I would just like someone else's feedback.

Sorry if I stated anything wrong.

Contact the individual insurance companies to see if they are accepting new providers. If so, ask for an application. Good luck.

 

[Ryan_eyeball]

Contact the individual insurance companies to see if they are accepting new providers. If so, ask for an application. Good luck.

Thanks for the info Dr. Chudner

 

[KHE]

HI

I was wondering if some of the current docs knew how easy it is to get on medical insurance programs as an independent doctor of optometry. I know some states recognize us now as "Optometric physician", and is easy to get on medical insurance plans.

Do i just call up insurance companies like Blue Cross/Shield, UHC, Aetna, etc in the particular state that I want to practice or should I contact the state board. I would just like someone else's feedback.

Sorry if I stated anything wrong.

What state are you located in?

 

[drgregory]

remember that as an independent doctor of optometry, no matter where you practice, you are responsible for setting your own fees - not the "store" or "shop" that you work in. so if you want to do exams for what you think youre worth, id change it.
(see: fee-splitting )

😉

 

[Ryan_eyeball]

What state are you located in?

I'm returning to the state of Kansas, and I'm also getting my Arizona state license.

 

[KHE]

I'm returning to the state of Kansas, and I'm also getting my Arizona state license.

The few people that I know in KS have had GOOD luck getting on medical plans. What you need to do is find out what the top 5 medical plans are in the area you want to practice and phone up their provider relations department request an application.

The few people that I know in arizona have had BAD luck getting on medical plans, so I don't know what to tell you there.

Also, the whole "independent doctor of optometry" deal applies to private practices as well. Don't let a private doctor screw you with the independent contractor crap. Ask for what you're worth.