Glaucoma Risk Factor Screening Test

Glaucoma is an eye disorder which leads gradually to a loss of vision, usually without symptoms. Certain people are at higher risk for glaucoma. This interactive glaucoma screening test asks about common risk factors, and then determines if a person would qualify for the Medicare Glaucoma Screening. The only way to determine whether or not glaucoma is present is by having a complete eye examination by an optometrist.

Medicare Glaucoma Screening Benefit

What Medicare covers:

Medicare covers annual glaucoma screening for the following persons considered to be at high risk for this disease:

• Individuals with diabetes;
• Individuals with a family history of glaucoma;
• African Americans over the age of 50; and
• Hispanics 65 and older (new addition to the benefit in 2006).

Medicare will pay for glaucoma screening examinations when they are furnished by or under the direct supervision in the office setting of an opthalmologist or optometrist, legally authorized to perform these services under State law. The beneficiary will pay 20% as the copayment or coinsurance after meeting the yearly Part B deductible.

A glaucoma screening examination includes the following:

• A dilated eye examination with an intraocular pressure measurement; and
• A direct opthalmoscopy examination, or a slit-lamp biomicroscopic examination.

Read this important information before proceeding with our Glaucoma Risk Factor Screening Test:

These sections are not intended to replace the professional examination and diagnosis by a physician, and they are presented here purely for informational purposes. The diagnosis of glaucoma is made only after evaluation by an optometrist. It is possible that an individual could have many risk factors and never develop glaucoma. Similarly, it is possible for someone with no risk factors to develop the disease. A mis-diagnosed or improperly treated eye condition can result in a permanent loss of vision, or a permanent loss of function of the eye or visual system. In the case of any eye problem, seek medical attention promptly. This can include emergency room treatment, as well as treatment by a medical physician or eye care provider.

Your eyes are vitally important to your quality of life! A proper eye examination is the best possible way to determine if any health issues are effecting your vison.