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FDA issues new wave of eyedrop warnings for 26 products causing infection, blindness
Federal regulators have warned consumers to stop using 26 over-the-counter artificial tear products as they may pose a risk of infection leading to potential blindness. This is the latest in a string of eyedrop recalls that have hit the market this year, according to an Oct. 30 report from CBS News. -
'Office-based' surgery grows in ophthalmology, poses competition for ASCs
Fayetteville, N.C.-based Cape Fear Eye Associates has completed renovations that will equip the location to begin offering office-based surgeries, according to an Oct. 26 report from the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal. -
5 highest paid ophthalmologists in Philadelphia
The highest paid ophthalmologist in Philadelphia earns $825,200, 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. -
Vision Innovation Partners taps new CEO
Eye care management organization Vision Innovation Partners promoted President Chris Moore to the role of CEO. -
California eye center to add ophthalmologist
Crown City Eye Center in Coronado, Calif., is adding ophthalmologist Thomas Avallone, MD, to its team of providers, according to an Oct. 23 report by Coronado Eagle & Journal. -
Ophthalmologist files age discrimination lawsuit against Henry Ford Health
Lylas Mogk, MD, an ophthalmologist at Henry Ford Health in Grosse Pointe Park, Mich., is suing the system for age discrimination, according to an Oct. 19 report by CBS News. -
5 highest paid ophthalmologists in San Francisco
The highest paid ophthalmologist in San Francisco earns $694,100, 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. -
6 Clemson Eye buildings acquired in South Carolina
Seven medical office buildings in South Carolina, including six occupied by Clemson (S.C.) Eye, have been acquired by Montecito Medical. -
4 updates on ophthalmology ASC developments
Here are four development updates on ophthalmology-focused ASCs that Becker's has reported on since Sept. 5: -
Meet the MSO putting ASC management in the hands of ophthalmologists
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. -
Aetna's Medicare Advantage patients are 'suffering because of made up hurdles'
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 Georgia. -
5 highest paid ophthalmologists in Houston
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 adds 2 ASCs to network
EyeSouth Partners, an eye care-focused management services organization, has added two ASCs to its network. -
5 ophthalmology updates
Here are five ophthalmology updates Becker's has reported on since Sept. 13: -
Texas ophthalmologist indicted for healthcare fraud, money laundering
Michael Hochman, MD, an ophthalmologist in Laredo, Texas, has been indicted for healthcare fraud and money laundering. -
5 highest paid ophthalmologists in Chicago
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. -
Michigan eye surgery center adds ophthalmic surgeon
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. -
5 highest paid ophthalmologists in Miami
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. -
Unifeye Vision Partners enters Texas market
Unifeye Vision Partners has partnered with Dallas-based Sweeney Eye Associates, marking its entry into the Texas market. -
5 highest paid ophthalmologists in Dallas
The highest paid ophthalmologist in Dallas earns $735,800, 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.
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