Partnering with Low Vision Specialists in Service to their Patients

Ocutech has been Enhancing the Lives of People with Visual Impairments Since 1984

Our commitment to innovation, quality, and personalized support has established Ocutech as a trusted partner for low vision specialists worldwide. Discover the possibilities of improving the lives of your low vision patients through Ocutech’s bioptic telescope low vision aids.

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Become an Ocutech Prescriber

As an Ocutech prescriber, you’re not just offering your patients an effective and practical low vision solution, but an opportunity to enhance their quality of life. We invite you to explore our products, access our resources, and contact us for any support you may need.

Ready to learn more? Schedule a personal webinar with our staff and you can even request a session with our co-founder and president, Dr. Henry Greene.

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Five Reasons to Become an Ocutech Prescriber

1. Optimized Optics and Comfort:

Our bioptics offer exceptional optics, are lightweight and comfortable to wear and modern hi-tech designs

2. Easy Fitting and Prescribing:

Ocutech's Prescribing Protocol and Fitting Guides makes demonstrating, fitting, and prescribing our bioptics virtually risk-free. Step-by-step instructions, order forms and videos will help prescribers feel comfortable on their very first prescription. Our support staff is always available to answer questions and offer advice when needed.

3. Exceptional Service and Warranties:

Ocutech is known for their high-quality products, expert customer service, and generous warranties.

4. Comprehensive Support:

We offer a full range of clinical, professional and practice management support and materials to help make prescribing Ocutech bioptics easy, convenient and hassle-free.

5. Patient Referral Program:

We refer patients to Ocutech prescribers throughout the world. By becoming an Ocutech prescriber, you’ll be added to our prescriber referral list, directing prospective patients to your practice. Our marketing materials and support will help you promote your expertise in low vision care to your community.

Ocutech is amazing to work with, and the customer service is top-notch! They have been instrumental in the successful expansion of my practice!

- Dr. Ed Paul, Wilmington, N.C.

Empowering Your Marketing

To help you reach your target audience, we provide comprehensive marketing support:

Patient Information Website: Our patient information section is a valuable resource for individuals seeking solutions for low vision.
Multilingual Patient Brochures: Access patient brochures in five languages to reach a diverse clientele.
Social Media Presence: Benefit from our active social media program to engage with patients and stay informed about the latest developments.

Supporting New Prescribers

We're here to support you as a low vision provider. Here's how Ocutech can assist you:

Take advantage of specially priced diagnostic systems to kickstart your practice in prescribing low vision aids.
Access easy-to-follow online resources and videos for demonstrating and prescribing each of our products.
Our step-by-step order forms simplify ordering our products.
We welcome custom orders, ensuring you can meet the unique needs of your patients.

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Important Prescriber Information & Resources

Clinical Methods and Insurance Billing

Prescribing Activity

Prescribers Resources

Helpful Links

Achromatopsia.Info
American Nystagmus Network
Bioptic Driving USA
National Eye Institute (NIH)
National Organization of Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH)

Low Vision Articles and Research Papers

WebRN Article About Bioptic Telescope Glasses
Bioptic Driving USA
Bioptic telescopes meet the needs of drivers with moderate visual acuity loss.
Emory offers new vision-enhancing system to individuals with low vision
NOAH's Review of the original Ocutech AutoFocus
Vanderbilt University Low Vision Center
National Eye Institute (NEI) publication about driving with bioptic telescopes

Prescriber Instructional Videos

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Prescriber FAQs

What makes Ocutech bioptics so special?

Easy to fit and demonstrate

The innovative mounting design of Ocutech’s products allow its systems to be easily and conveniently demonstrated during the evaluation visit. There is little prescribing risk as all critical telescope positioning can be readjusted at any time, even after dispensing. With Ocutech Low Vision Aids you can achieve a level of control never before available with a high quality low vision telescope system. Even challenging eccentric viewing and nystagmus patients can be fit with ease.

Ocutech offers complete prescribing guides, fitting charts, online videos, and convenient step-by-step ordering forms. Diagnostic testing and demonstration systems are available for all of Ocutech’s low vision products. Technical support is always available. Contact Ocutech for complete professional information.

Which patients should I consider for bioptic telescopes?

Ocutech bioptic telescope systems are indicated for individuals with reduced central vision where visual acuity is responsive to magnification. Individuals with vision of 20/300 and better have benefited from Ocutech devices.

Diagnoses responsive to telescopic low vision aids include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, Stargardt’s Disease, Hereditary macular degeneration, albinism, high myopia, nystagmus, coloboma, optic atrophy, macula holes, achromatopsia, rod/cone dystrophies, as well as many other vision disorders.

How do I know if my patient is a promising candidate for an Ocutech telescope system?

Ocutech has developed a clinical prescribing worksheet and accompanying Webinar to help you determine your patient’s prognosis and appropriate prescription for low vision telescopes.

When should I prescribe eyepiece corrections?

All Ocutech VES bioptics provide internal Rx correction for a large range of spherical refractive errors (consult Product Comparison Chart for full ranges) and usually do not require additional eyepiece corrections.

For VES systems eyepiece corrections should be considered for spherical refractive errors beyond +/-10D or 3D cylinder.

SightScope Systems do not requires eyepiece corrections as the telescopes are positioned in front of the carrier lenses.

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Which eye should the Ocutech telescope be prescribed for?

It is preferable to prescribe to the dominant eye (even if it is the poorer seeing eye) so long as you can achieve the acuity goal you seek through the telescope. If the non-dominant eye is the significantly better seeing eye, it may be necessary to at least partially occlude the dominant eye to aid sighting through the telescope.

What prescription should be ordered in the carrier lenses?

We recommend prescribing the normal distance Rx in the carrier lenses including a bifocal if it is habitually used. We recommend conventional flat-top or round-segment bifocals rather than progressive lenses or trifocals. If no distance Rx is normally worn, plano lenses should be ordered.

How high should the bifocal segment be ordered?

We recommend at least 10mm between the bottom of the eyepiece and the top of the bifocal segment. Please see our frame catalog tech sheet that lists the recommended maximum segment heights for all Ocutech frames.

Consumer FAQs

How much do Ocutech products cost?

Ocutech does not determine the cost of its products to consumers.

Ocutech products are ordered by prescribers who in turn prescribe and dispense them to their patients. The cost of Ocutech products may be organized in three categories:

1. The base cost of the device

2. The cost of customization charges for eyeglass prescriptions, eyepiece correction, special filters, etc.

3. The professional services associated with the evaluation, prescribing, fitting and training the individual in the use of the device.

Will insurance cover my Ocutech purchase?

Benefits for low vision aids vary between insurers. You should contact your HR department or insurance company representative to confirm your coverage. VA Medical Centers do provide Ocutech products for their clients. Medicare does not presently cover low vision aids or appliances of any kind. Employers through the ADA Act may provide Ocutech products for their employees.

When billing insurance for the purchase of low vision telescopic aids, use the V2615 ophthalmic product code.

What are Ocutech SightScope systems?

Ocutech’s SightScope series are Galilean telescopes that are manufactured in a range of prescribing options, and include both telescopic and field expanding (for tunnel vision) versions. Visit our Product Directory for complete information on Ocutech’s complete product line.

Must I use the frames provided by Ocutech?

Ocutech’s frames have been specially designed or selected to meet the demands of incorporating Ocutech’s low vision aids. Most VES and SightScope bioptic telescopes must be used with frames provided by Ocutech. The VES®-Mini and the InstaMount can be attached to other suitable frames.

In what powers are Ocutech low vision aids available?

Ocutech’s VES systems are available in 3x, 4x, 5x and 6x powers. The SightScope Series is available in 0.5x (for tunnel vision), 1.7x and 2.2x powers. Not all systems are available in all powers. Consult the Product Comparison Chart for information about power availability.

How can I find an Ocutech low vision specialist?

We invite you to Contact Ocutech by phone or email for the name(s) of Ocutech prescribers closest to you.

What can Ocutech Bioptics be used for?

Ocutech bioptic telescopes can help visually impaired individuals to see television, movies and theater, faces, signs, blackboards and classmates in school, shopping, traveling, table-top activities including card and game playing, and mid range activities such as reading music and the computer. Ocutech users have even used their systems to drive*, hike, golf, bowl, paint, fish and mow the lawn.

*Bioptic telescopes may be used for driving in states where legal and with appropriate licensure.

Why can't consumers order directly from Ocutech?

Low vision specialists are trained to determine important technical details needed to properly order Ocutech low vision aids. We are happy to assist your prescriber in placing your order or to refer you to an Ocutech prescriber closest to you.

Why choose Ocutech Bioptics?

Advanced Technology Makes Ocutech Bioptics Easy to Use

Studies have shown that the most important features of bioptic telescopes are field of view, weight, appearance and ease of focus.

Ocutech bioptic telescopes use the highest-quality optics to produce the widest field of view possible and are the only bioptic telescopes that are ergonomically designed to provide the combination of wide field of view, light weight, compactness, ease of focus, and wearing comfort that users prefer. Designed to be easy to demonstrate in the clinic the user can experience the benefit of Ocutech bioptic telescopes before they are ordered. Ocutech’s innovative mounting designs and customization options provides the prescriber with full control of critical telescope positioning making it easy to optimize performance for even the most challenging cases.

What is the warranty policy?

Ocutech warrants each of their products against defects in manufacture. The specific warranties vary and are contained on the individual technical sheets for each product.

Can my Ocutech low vision aid be insured?

Yes. Most homeowner’s insurance policies will allow you to add your Ocutech system as a rider much like they do for cameras and jewelry. Contact your insurance broker for additional information.

When billing insurance for the purchase of low vision telescopic aids, use the V2615 ophthalmic product code.

What are Ocutech VES telescopes?

VES (Vision Enhancing System) is Ocutech’s trademarked and patented technology for its innovative Keplerian optical design that combines a telescope and periscope into one optical assembly. This advanced design provides the wide field of view of Keplerian systems in a lightweight, compact and ergonomic device. Visit our Product Directory for complete information on Ocutech’s complete product line.