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  Practice Metrics

  Billed vs. Collected Revenues: How to Measure & Improve Profits

  A better way to understand your profitability.

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  The Optometric Minute

  Transitioning from Practice Associate to Practice Partner

  February 18, 2015: Tina McCarty, OD, advises that a fundamental change occurs in moving from being an associate focused on care to...

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  News Briefs Archive

  Practices of Distinction Launches 2015 Tour

  February 18, 2015: Distinctive Strategies & Leadership has launched a series of one-day seminars, Navigating the Path to a Practice of Distinction,...

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  News Briefs Archive

  The Power Practice Launches Practice Metrics Software Program

  February 11, 2015: The Power Practice, a practice consulting service that strives to help OD-owners to achieve their practice growth potential, is...

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  Practice Metrics

  The State of the Optometric Profession: Output

  Feb. 25, 2015: An overwhelming majority of Americans rely on optometrists for primary eyecare. Is the output of optometrists meeting this demand?

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  Doctor Patient Relations

  Improve Capture Rate: Conduct Patient Needs Assessment

  By Mary E. Boname, OD, FAAOand Ben FazioFebruary 11, 2015: A thorough needs assessment in the exam room, plus a needs checklist...

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  Office Environment

  Loss-of-Business Claims: Stay Afloat In Face of Disaster

  How to recover and continue to prosper after a natural disaster.

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  The Optometric Minute

  Listen to Patient’s Chief Complaint…and Solve It

  January 21, 2015: Eric M. White, OD, advises that listening to your patient’s chief complaint--and solving it--provides the best opportunities to deliver...

• Finances

  Recognize Shady Sales Rep Tactics–and Avoid Them

  By Brian Chou, OD, FAAOJanuary 21, 2015ODs are constantly pitched by sales reps, who sometimes use questionable tactics. Three common ruses--and how...

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  News Briefs Archive

  MyMedicareMetrics: Medicare Payments Scorecard Now Available

  January 14, 2015: A new, individualized scorecard report for optometrists and ophthalmologists titled, MyMedicareMetrics is now available, based on publicly available Medicare...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Harnessing the Power of Digital Referrals

  January 14, 2015: Referrals are the lifeblood of a growing optometric practice, say Charles Turner, OD, and Chris Cooper, OD, founders of...

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  Finances

  Three Rules to Make Your Practice Great

  By Ken Krivacic, OD, MBAJanuary 28, 2015Following three simple rules can take a company—or an OD practice--from good to great.  

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  The Optometric Minute

  Developing a Comprehensive Eyecare Practice

  Aaron Lech, OD, FAAO, outlines how he developed a full portfolio of medical and eyecare services and specialties that serves a broad...

• News Briefs Archive

  Best Blogs of 2014

  ROB bloggers shared their opinions on optometric hot button issues like unilateral pricing, vying with competitors such as online retailers and whether...

• News Briefs Archive

  Best Read Articles of 2014

  ROB presented articles on topics such as frame board management, finances, utilizing practice metrics, along with special reports on managed care and...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Most Viewed Videos of 2014

  In 2014, ROB featured videos providing insight from fellow optometrists on subjects ranging from staff management, to enhancement of the medical model,...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Engage Staff in Tracking Practice Performance

  Aaron Lech, OD, FAAO, of ClearVue Eye Care in Roseville, Calif., believes that staff commitment is greatly heightened by engaging staff in...

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  Medical Model

  Getting on Track with the Medical Model: Patient Intake Process

  By Jerry Godwin, MBA, CEO, Optometric Medical SolutionsJanuary 14, 2015Front office staff members are key players in the patient interaction cycle. They...

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  Medical Model

  Getting on Track with the Medical Model: Claims Management Billing

  By Jerry Godwin, MBA, CEO, Optometric Medical SolutionsJanuary 14, 2015When it comes to a medical record, the rule is: “If it isn't...

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  Medical Model

  Getting on Track with the Medical Model: Doctor/Tech Responsibilities

  By Jerry Godwin, MBA, CEO, Optometric Medical SolutionsJanuary 14, 2015The concept of the medical process in an optometric practice is conveyed to...

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  Medical Model

  Getting on Track with the Medical Model: Patient Checkout Process

  By Jerry Godwin, CEO, Optometric Medical SolutionsJanuary 14, 2015Copays and non-covered charges are to be collected at time of service. You will...

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  Medical Model

  Getting on Track with the Medical Model: Logistics

  By Jerry Godwin, MBA, CEO, Optometric Medical SolutionsJanuary 14, 2015In a successful medical model practice, staff members individually perform a series of...

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  The Optometric Minute

  Broaden Your Services By Adding an Associate

  Eric M. White, OD, of Complete Family Vision Care, in San Diego, Calif., recently brought in an associate after practicing solo for...

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  Finances

  OD Stress Management 101: Are You in Control of Your Life?

  By Peter G. Shaw-McMinn, ODOptometry is rewarding, but our responsibilities can cause stress. Here’s how to maintain a low stress level--and a...

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  News Briefs Archive

  The Vision Council Launches Lifetime Fitness Partnership, Phase 2

  The Vision Council has launched Phase 2 of its partnership with Lifetime Fitness, running from November 1, 2014 through January 31, 2015.

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  News Briefs Archive

  Opti-Port Releases Updated CL Management System

  Opti‐Port has released the latest version of its contact lens management system, CLX.

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  Practice Metrics

  The State of the Optometric Profession: Patient Demand

  Opportunity for ODs in patient demand: Increase eyecare services to existing patients, expand care to elderly and those most at risk for...