Dilating drops are used to dilate or enlarge the pupils of the eye to allow the optometrist to get a better view of the inside of your eye.
Dilating drops frequently blur vision for a length of time which varies from person to person and may make bright lights bothersome. It is not possible for your optometrist to predict how much your vision will be affected. Because driving maybe difficult immediately after an examination, it is best if you make arrangements not to drive yourself.
Adverse reaction, such as acute angle-closure glaucoma, may be triggered from the dilating drops. This is extremely rare and treatable with immediate medical attention.
I hereby authorize Dr. Parrish and/or Dr. Youmans or their assistants as may be designated by him/her to administer dilating eye drops. The eye drops are necessary to diagnose my condition.
Refraction NON COVERED SERVICES
Medicare and most other insurance companies do not pay for the refraction part of the eye exam. If a refraction (part of exam that determines "your need for glasses) is necessary during the exam, the insurance company will disallow it, stating it is not a covered benefit. Therefore, the patient will be responsible for the refraction charge.