Call or visit Referral Center on website to determine eligibility for care through the program.   The qualified patient is sent a letter of referral to an ophthalmologist in the local area for a medical eye examination and follow-up care for whatever condition is found.

None for eligible clients.   The patient's insurance will be billed.   Volunteer ophthalmologists accept Medicare and/or other insurance reimbursement as payment in full.   Uninsured clients are accepted at no charge.   Eyeglasses, prescription drugs, hospital services and fees of other medical professionals are not covered under the program.

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