Tele-Optometry by DigitalOptometrics

The Gold-Standard For Comprehensive Eye Exams Performed Remotely By Optometrists

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How it Works

DigitalOptometrics, using proprietary technology, allows optometrists to remotely perform comprehensive eye exams and issue prescriptions in less than 30 minutes. Walk-in patients receive testing and care while staying comfortably socially distanced.

  1. Patient arrives and completes their health information.

  2. Preliminary testing of the patient is thoroughly performed in the clinical area.

  3. A video Slit Lamp will be used to capture high-definition videos of the Anterior Chamber (outside structures of the eye) for the remote doctor to evaluate.

  4. An accurate refraction is performed in real-time via high definition video conference to determine the focal condition of the eye and need for correction.

  5. The Optometrist, located remotely, during the performance of the comprehensive eye exam including ability to remotely control the phoropter, reviews all of the information in real-time, and speaks with the patient via high definition video conference.

  6. Ocular health review is an important part of a comprehensive eye exam. DigitalOptometrics Remote Optometrists display the patient’s retinal images, discuss the results and answer patient questions. All in real-time.

  7. Utilizing high-resolution video conferencing, the Optometrist has the ability to review all test results with the patient, including suggestions for eyeglass and contact lens selection based on the patient’s needs.

  8. Upon completion of the exam, the Optometrist will finalize and deliver within minutes the patient’s prescription for their new glasses or contacts.

Benefits For Patients

  • Same Day Appointments, Expanded Hours, Easy and convenient

No long waits for appointments. Your patients can walk in and receive a comprehensive eye examination, plus receive their prescription in about 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the business of DigitalOptometrics? DigitalOptometrics is a technology company that has developed new optical software which permits patients at an optical exam location to receive a comprehensive eye examination performed by a licensed and skilled optometrist from a location remote from the optical exam site and includes the use of a live remote video conference between doctor and patient.

  2. Why is a remotely performed eye examination advantageous to the patient? Patients no longer will be required to make an appointment for an eye exam that matches both their convenience with the presence of an eye doctor at the exam site.

  3. What is the difference between a comprehensive eye examination and an eye examination limited solely to a refraction? A comprehensive eye exam addresses ten (10) subject areas including a vision analysis, gathering of ocular and medical information, and optical tests.

  4. What will I experience during the comprehensive eye exam? The exam begins with entering patient information and medical history, followed by visual prescreening and a live remote video conference.

  5. How much time does it take to perform a comprehensive eye examination? The total elapsed time averages less than 30 minutes.

  6. Do I have to make an appointment for a comprehensive eye examination? No. Walk-in Patients are welcomed.

  7. Will the comprehensive eye examination be more expensive than one performed with a doctor present at the exam site? No. The cost is offset by having the doctor perform exams at multiple sites.

  8. What occurs if the doctor observes a health condition in my eye? The doctor will refer the patient to other specialty providers as needed.

  9. Will insurance companies provide coverage for eye examinations performed by tele-optometry? Yes, most companies will cover eye exams performed by tele-optometry.