Ophthalmology

Here are four development updates on ophthalmology-focused ASCs that Becker's has reported on since Sept. 5:

IOR Partners, a management organization specializing in helping small ophthalmic practices, is working to give ophthalmologists the autonomy to operate outside traditional hospital and ASC settings, according to an Oct. 13 report from the Kansas City Business Journal. 

In 2021, insurer Aetna implemented a policy requiring Medicare Advantage patients to receive prior authorization for cataract surgeries nationwide. After receiving pushback from physicians, patients and advocates, it withdrew the policy in 2022 in every state except for Florida and…

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Houston earns $698,300, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

EyeSouth Partners, an eye care-focused management services organization, has added two ASCs to its network.

Here are five ophthalmology updates Becker's has reported on since Sept. 13:

Michael Hochman, MD, an ophthalmologist in Laredo, Texas, has been indicted for healthcare fraud and money laundering.

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Chicago earns $679,400, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Iron Mountain, Mich.-based Garrett Eye Center has added Cameron Anderson, MD, to its team of providers, according to an Oct. 2 report by Iron Mountain Daily News. 

The highest paid ophthalmologist in Miami earns $724,000, according to Medscape's salary reporter tool, which is much higher than the mean annual wage of $265,450 ophthalmologists make according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.