This course will explore the challenging world of recruiting Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and staff. Taking the changed practice environment into consideration, Ms. Maher and Ms. Summers will provide strategies that practices can employ to assess their practice opportunity. They offer tips on how to compete for top-notch talent. Based on their many years of recruiting experience, Ms. Maher and Ms. Summer will also discuss what young candidates in 2025 are looking for in their ideal practice opportunity and how practices can shape their recruiting process to better meet their expectations.

This event is sponsored by ASOA Gold Strategic Business Partner:

Establishing and documenting medical necessity is critical for compliance and for avoiding scrutiny from Medicare and other third-party payers. Proper documentation not only supports reimbursement but also protects your practice from denials and costly audits.

In this webinar, we’ll break down the key elements of documentation and medical necessity for common diagnostic tests, minor procedures, and major surgeries in ophthalmology and eye care. You’ll learn practical strategies to ensure your medical records meet regulatory requirements and withstand both pre- and post-payment reviews by Medicare and other payers.

Key Takeaways:

· Identify and avoid common documentation errors related to diagnostic testing orders.

· Apply proper documentation standards for common procedures such as epilation, punctal procedures, skin lesion biopsy, and intravitreal injections.

· Implement best practices to support medical necessity for major ophthalmic surgeries, including YAG capsulotomy, cataract surgery, MIGS, and eyelid procedures.

Co-management in ophthalmology represents a continued shift towards integrated and patient-centered eye care. This course aims to educate eye care professionals on the importance of collaborative practice between optometrists and ophthalmologists and adherence to the reimbursement guidelines for comanaged care. CMS rules for co-management of cataract surgery and their impact on premium and refractive surgery will be addressed. Example from of a well-executed protocol will be shared.

This event is sponsored by ASOA Platinum Strategic Business Partner:

You’ve probably heard that AI is transforming ophthalmology. But with all the buzz, how do you separate the hype from what can actually help? And how can you tell which exciting new products will actually benefit your day-to-day? Understanding AI goes beyond learning the lingo — it’s about knowing how to apply it to your practice.

Join this webinar for a strategic look at how AI is being used in ophthalmology today, what to watch for in new solutions and how to discuss AI with your patients. You'll also gain insight into how we approach AI at ModMed®. ModMed leaders will discuss how our AI solutions are designed to support your entire practice through suggested visit notes, streamlined communication and claims denial assessment.

You will learn:

• What AI can and can’t do for ophthalmology

• Tips for choosing the right tools for your practice

• How to get your AI strategy ready for the future

• Ways to discuss AI with your patients that build trust

This event is presented by ASOA Diamond Strategic Business Partner: