list-style-type: lower-alpha; Stodola E. An update on billing policy for femtosecond laser use. Better DCNVA was seen in the accommodative lens group at 12 to 18 months in the 3 trials that reported this time-point but considerable heterogeneity of effect was seen, ranging from 1.3 (95 % CI: 0.98 to 1.68; 20 people, 40 eyes) to 6 (95 % CI: 4.15 to 7.85; 51 people, 51 eyes) Jaeger units and 0.12 (95 % CI: 0.05 to 0.19; 40 people, binocular) logMAR improvement (low quality evidence). } list-style-type: decimal; There is evidence of short-term efficacy in correcting visual acuity but there is inadequate evidence that the procedure achieves accommodation. Routine preoperative medical testing for cataract surgery. 2013;29(11):784-787. The authors concluded that ORA has been widely used among cataract surgeons on patients with history of RK, but its validation, unlike for laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK), has yet to be established by peer reviewed studies. These researchers stated that further reductions may be achieved using optimization of lens fragmentation patterns and surgical technique. Not much is known if one should also use topical antibiotics after IC injection. All 5 studies examined uncorrected distance VA (primary outcome of the review), while some also examined secondary outcomes including uncorrected near, intermediate, and best-corrected distance VA, as well as CS. All lenses were inserted in the capsular bag, with verification of in-the-bag placement of both haptics. American Academy of Ophthalmology Preferred Practice Pattern Cataract/Anterior Segment Panel: Olson RJ, Braga-Mele R, Chen SH, et al. Am J Ophthalmol Case Rep. 2018;10:163-164. They graded 2 studies with high risk of detection bias and 1 study with high risk of selection bias. Medicare proposal to restrict medical necessity for cataract surgery. Cataract in the adult eye PPP 2016. A total of 39 eyes of 29 patients without historical data were analyzed separately from 20 eyes of 20 patients with historical data. Implantation of multifocal (non-accommodative) intraocular lenses during cataract surgery. Of these 234 eyes, 6 were excluded, 107 had the same recommended IOL power by ORA and IOLMaster; 64 %of these eyes were within 0.5D; 95 eyes had IOL power implantation based on ORA instead of IOLMaster; 70 % of these eyes were within 0.5D of target refraction; 26 eyes had IOL power chosen based on IOLMaster predictions instead of ORA; 65 % were within 0.5D. In the group with IOLMaster without ORA measurements, 80 % of eyes were within 0.5D of target refraction. Cataracts in Adults: Management of functional impairment. Roberts TV, Lawless M, Bali SJ, et al. .newText { Cataract removal surgery is an established surgical procedure with excellent outcomes in improving vision and removing visual impediments. bottom: 20px; 15,00035,000, and are given in sublimity. Refractive outcome of cataract surgery using partial coherence interferometry and ultrasound biometry: Clinical feasibility study of a commercial prototype II. .newText { There was no difference between baseline cataract grades (2.59 0.71 versus 2.52 0.72, not significant); 100 % of cases pre-treated with the femtosecond laser had complete capsulotomy. Bower KS. The device may cause reduced contrast sensitivity that becomes worse under poor visibility conditions such as dim light or fog. Steele M, O'Leary JP. J Fr Ophtalmol. The authors concluded that the findings of this systematic review showed that trifocal IOLs provided a better intermediate VA compared with bifocal IOLs, especially for the AT LISA subgroup, while the near and distant visual performance, spectacle independence, CS, post-operative refraction and surgical satisfaction of bifocal IOLs were similar to those of trifocal IOLs. Due to heterogeneity in lens types evaluated and outcomes reported among the trials, these investigators did not combine data in a meta-analysis. The mean age of patients included was 69.2 9.8 years. This coverage requirement is in line with federal law that mandates Medicare Advantage plans meet the benefit minimums set forth by Original Medicare. Zamora-de La Cruz and colleagues (2020) noted that presbyopia occurs when the lens of the eyes loses its elasticity leading to loss of accommodation. Clinical comparison of the optical performance of aspheric and spherical intraocular lenses. 2000;44(6):541. Two review authors independently assessed abstracts to identify possible trials for inclusion. B-scan ocular ultrasound. Near vision, however, still requires additional refractive power, usually in the form of reading glasses. Cataract surgery is usually performed under local anesthesia. The groups were called for follow-up on day 1, 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months, post-operatively. The authors concluded that the monofocal IOL showed better visual function and lesser photic phenomena than multi-focal IOLs; however patients were spectacle-dependent. Abstracts of Clinical Care Guidelines. Footnote2*B-scan ultrasound is considered medically necessary in place of A-scan ultrasound where direct visualization of the retina is difficult or impossible including lid problems (e.g., severe edema, partial or total tarsorrhaphy), keratoprosthesis, corneal opacities (e.g., scars, severe edema), hyphema, hypopyon, miosis, dense cataract, pupillary membranes, or vitreous opacities (e.g., hemorrhage, inflammatory debris). In this prospective study, 77 eyes from 77 patients underwent laser refractive cataract surgery (laser group; Alcon LenSx femtosecond laser), and conventional cataract surgery with phacoemulsification was performed in 57 eyes from 57 patients (conventional group). No difference was found for spectacle independence, posterior capsular opacification (PCO) incidence and patient satisfaction between bifocal IOLs and trifocal IOLs (RR = 0.89, 95 % CI: 0.71 to 1.12 for spectacle independence; RR = 1.81, 95 % CI: 0.50 to 6.54 for PCO incidence; RR = 0.98, 5 % CI: 0.86 to 1.12) for patient satisfaction. Next, the temporary suture was released, a capsular hook(s) was placed to support the lens, and the lens was emulsified. Hsuan JD, Brown NA, Bron AJ, et al. Surv Ophthalmol. Records were analyzed for indication of CTR implant and clinical outcome on day 1, 1-month and 6-month follow-up. All studies included people who had bilateral cataracts with no pre-existing ocular pathologies. color: blue Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol. Accessed May 3, 2013. These researchers carried out a review of all patients undergoing cataract surgery with insertion of a CTR between 2010 and 2013 at their tertiary teaching ophthalmology department. The authors reported that, based on 10 studies that compared DCNVA, accommodating IOLs were favored but failed the test of heterogeneity (I(2) = 94 %). Cataracts may be seen on ophthalmoscopy as gray opacities in the lens. Rockville, MD: Agency for Health Care Policy and Research (AHCPR); February 1993. /*margin-bottom: 43px;*/ J Cataract Refract Surg. Two authors independently assessed eligibility, extracted data and assessed the risk of bias. Outcomes and costs of outpatient and inpatient cataract surgery: A randomised clinical trial. UpToDate [online serial]. However, there was no statistically significant difference between the 2 groups in the uncorrected distance VA (UDVA) and corrected distance VA (CDVA) (MD = 0.01, 95 %CI: - 0.01 to 0.04 for UDVA; MD = 0.00, 95 % CI: - 0.01 to 0.01 for CDVA). Vision Insurance is generally for routine eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses. Do DV, Gichuhi S, Vedula SS, Hawkins BS. The number of eyes with free-floating capsulotomies was 35 (17.5 %). There was no significant difference in the distant-corrected near VA (DCNVA) with MD of 0.04 (95 % CI: - 0.02 to 0.10). Mean contrast sensitivity was better for the monofocal IOL group than for the multi-focal IOLs. In the 4rth study (60 participants), the study eye of each participant was randomized to receive a hydrophobic or hydrophilic acrylic IOL. 2006;32(4):628-633. The Panel also concluded that the following tests are not indicated as part of the pre-operative work-up for cataract surgery unless specific circumstances justify them: The Panel found inadequate evidence that these tests can predict the benefits a patient may experience from cataract surgery or predict the negative outcomes of the surgery. border: none; Because of measurement-scale variations, outcomes were pooled for distance-corrected near visual acuity (DCNVA) as standardized mean differences with 95 % confidence intervals [CIs] and anterior displacement of the lens as weighted mean differences (95 % CI). The change in corneal curvature could also affect the anterior chamber depth and axial length readings, skewing multiple parameters on which ORA bases recommendations for IOL power. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. Optom Clin. The authors concluded that the significant reduction of phacoemulsification use after femtosecond laser application might render the use of OVDs obsolete in many cases. #backTop:hover { A prospective study. Policy statement on cataract surgery in the otherwise healthy adult second eye. 2005;140(2):207-213. Comparative evaluation of rotational stability and visual outcome of toric intraocular lenses with and without a capsular tension ring. The authors included RCTs of participants who had open-angle, pseudoexfoliative, or pigmentary glaucoma and age-related cataract. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. October 9, 1995: 20-21. There were 8 RCTs included in this study. J Clin Epidemiol. The funding source was disclosed by investigators of the largest study (professional society) and not reported by the other 3. Cataracts may be diagnosed with procedures included in the comprehensive ophthalmologic examination. Health Care Financing Administration. Mean rotation of toric IOL at 3 months post-operatively was 1.85 1.72 in Group A and 4.02 2.04 in Group B. This condition usually occurs as a part of the aging process, developing on a continuum extending from minimal changes in the crystalline lens to the extreme stage of total opacification. Ruling No: 05-01, May 3, 2005. However, the clinical benefits must be put into perspective due to the subsequent surgical manipulation of the incisions (during lens emulsification, aspiration and IOL injection), the lacking possibility to visualize the crystalline lens equator as the reference for correct capsulotomy centration and the relativity of US energy consumption on the corneal endothelial trauma. Another drawback of this study centered arounds the cases when ORA recommended several different IOL powers during aphakic measurements. # font-weight: bold; A pre-loaded IOL was implanted under irrigation. 2001;67(2):196-198. Patients assigned to TwinSet had less favorable contrast sensitivity scores. OL OL OL LI { The diameter, area, circularity, and cut quality was histologically examined with light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy. Routine pre-operative medical testing did not reduce the risk of intra-operative (OR 1.02, 95 % CI: 0.85 to 1.22) or post-operative medical adverse events (OR 0.96, 95 % CI: 0.74 to 1.24) when compared to selective-testing or no-testing. The outcome parameter was the incidence of Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomies. IOLs can be classified as standard, premium or refractive and can be further identified according to type - monofocal, multifocal accommodating, and phakic. At 6 months, 4 participants were lost to follow-up; 2 participants from each group. San Francisco, CA: AAO; 1996. Ophthalmology. They resolved discrepancies by discussion. The percentage of eyes developing PCO was significantly greater for the acrylic hydrophilic IOLs than for the hydrophobic IOLs, although eyes with acrylic hydrophilic IOLs did not require Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy as soon as eyes with acrylic hydrophobic IOLs. The Panel, composed of an inter-disciplinary group of experts, reviewed the medical literature and prepared the guideline based on that review. They examined whether these tests would indicate the presence or severity of a cataract, or predict the benefits or negative outcomes a patient may experience from the surgery. display: none; American Medical Association, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technology Assessment (DATTA) Program. Dick and associates (2013) described a technique for performing FLACS without the use of ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVDs). Their coverage for dogs is around $59 a month, and coverage for cats will run you around $30 a month. } Centers Near You Enter A New Address Procedures Custom LASIK Cataract Surgery Other Procedures In a prospective, randomized controlled trial, Heatley and colleagues (2005) examined the near visual clinical performance of an accommodative IOL when compared with a standard monofocal IOL in a fellow eye comparison. In a Cochrane review, these investigators evaluated the visual effects of multi-focal IOLs in comparison with the current standard treatment of mono-focal lens implantation. They planned to include RCTs and quasi-RCTs that had compared surgery versus no surgery to remove the lens from eyes of adults in which cataracts had developed following vitrectomy. Available at: https://www.aao.org/preferred-practice-pattern/cataract-in-adult-eye-ppp-2016. They searched the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) (which contains the Cochrane Eyes and Vision Trials Register) (2017, Issue 5), Medline Ovid (1946 to May 17, 2017), Embase.com (1947 to May 17, 2017), PubMed (1946 to May 17, 2017), Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature database (LILACS) (January 1982 to May 17, 2017), the metaRegister of Controlled Trials (mRCT) (www.controlled-trials.com); last searched May 2013, ClinicalTrials.gov (www.clinicaltrials.gov); searched May 17, 2017, and the World Health Organization (WHO) International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP) (www.who.int/ictrp/search/en); searched May 17, 2017. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. hr.separator { Note: The use of capsular tension rings is considered integral to the ocular surgery and is not separately reimbursed. 2014;28(2):118-125. 2018;66(3):411-415. They searched the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) (which contains the Cochrane Eyes and Vision Trials Register) (2019, Issue 9); Ovid Medline; Embase.com; PubMed; ClinicalTrials.gov; and the World Health Organization (WHO) International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP). According to Medicare.gov, cataract surgery is considered medically necessary. AcrySof. Both groups were comparable for baseline demographic parameters. The investigators conducted a meta-analysis to compare accommodating IOLs and monofocal IOLs in restoring accommodation in cataract surgery. Better refractive outcomes based on a 360-degree optic overlap appeared to be possible, especially for less experienced surgeons. Aetna has launched Situations that prevent normal examination include lid problems (e.g., severe edema, partial or total tarsorrhaphy), keratoprosthesis, corneal opacities (e.g., scars, severe edema), hyphema, hypopyon, miosis, pupillary membranes, dense cataracts, or vitreous opacities (e.g., hemorrhage, inflammatory debris). These researchers did not use any date or language restrictions in the electronic search for trials. Rahti et al (2020b) stated that IC antibiotic in cataract surgery has shown level I evidence as prophylaxis for post-operative endophthalmitis. Such avenues may lead to cost-effective means of identifying those at increased risk of medical adverse events due to cataract surgery. The device is not intended for use on patients who have had previous trauma to their eye. Based on the simulated complication rates of PCS and FLACS and assuming resultant VA outcome improvement of 5 % in uncomplicated cases of LCS, the cost-effectiveness (dollars spent per QALY) gained from LCS was not cost-effective at $92,862 Australian Dollars. color: red Cataract in Adults: Management of Functional Impairment. ul.ur li{ Functional assessment of accommodating intraocular lenses versus monofocal intraocular lenses in cataract surgery: Metaanalysis. The health insurance provider said it believes up to 20% of all cataract surgeries may be unnecessary, but ophthalmology groups disagree. WebOf the $2,627 total, Medicare pays $2,101 and the patient coinsurance is $524. To be sure your plan covers cataract surgery, check with your insurance company or read your policy documents. You can receive basic lens replacement, paid in The authors concluded that based on the trials identified in this review, there is uncertainty as to which type of IOL provides the best visual and clinical outcomes in people with uveitis undergoing cataract surgery. 2012;9:CD003169. Subjects received monofocal Tecnis Z9000 (AMO) (n = 24, 48 eyes); symmetric diffractive multi-focal Tecnis ZM900 (AMO) (n = 26, 52 eyes); zonal refractive multi-focal ReZoom (AMO) (n = 32, 64 eyes); or asymmetric diffractive multi-focal TwinSet (Acri.Tec) (n = 32, 64 eyes) IOLs. Phakic intraocular lenses. The absolute error was statistically smaller in those eyes where the ORA and IOLMaster recommended the same IOL power based on pre-operative target refraction compared to instances in which IOL selection was based on ORA or IOLMaster alone. list-style-type: decimal; Silver Spring, MD: FDA; July 15, 2016. The authors concluded that in this case-series study, there was a clear learning curve associated with the use of FLACS. Ancillary testing such as ocular ultrasound may be necessary in total cataracts where the posterior segment of the eye cannot be visualized. Surv Ophthalmol. The analyzed wavefront is then used to derive a correction profile to remove the correct amount of corneal stroma in micron intervals using a guided laser. Model eye for Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy. This paper is aimed at the NHS cataract surgeon and intends to be a critical review of the recent literature on biometry for cataract surgery, summarizing the evidence for current best practice standards and available practical strategies for improving outcomes for patients. Overall, there was a 96.2 % reduction in EPT between controls and the optimized femtosecond pre-treatment group. In these 9 patients, the mean difference in the amplitude of accommodation between the2 eyes was 0.71 diopters. There are a number of strategies available to surgeons wishing to exceed these outcomes, the most promising of which are the use of strict-tolerance IOLs and second eye prediction refinement. According to Medicare.gov, cataract surgery is considered medically necessary. Aetna considers the following procedures medically necessary as a diagnostic test prior to cataract surgery: In addition to a comprehensive or brief/intermediate eye examination, A-mode ultrasound (A-scan) may be considered medically necessary prior to cataract surgery to determine the appropriate pseudophakic power of the IOL.Footnote1*. Keay L, Lindsley K, Tielsch J, et al. They last searched the electronic databases on June 13, 2016. Rathi VM, Sharma S, Das T, Khanna RC. Immersion A-scan compared with partial coherence interferometry: Outcomes analysis. There is some evidence that distance visual acuity with accommodative lenses may be worse after 12 months but due to low quality of evidence and heterogeneity of effect, the evidence for this is not clear-cut. McClellan MB. 2008;19(1):1-4. This Clinical Policy Bulletin contains only a partial, general description of plan or program benefits and does not constitute a contract. Doane JF. Dick HB, Schultz T. Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery. color: blue!important; The percentage of dysphotopsia phenomena was 81 % in patients with diffractive multifocal ZM900 compared with 48 % in patients with monofocal IOLs, 53 % with refractive ReZoom, and 47 % with diffractive TwinSet. margin-bottom: 38px; Any additional provider or physician services required to insert or monitor a patient receiving a presbyopia-correcting IOL are also not covered. The studies summarized in this review should assist recommendations for the standard of care of cataract surgery, at least in developed settings. ReZoom provided better distance BSCVA than the TwinSet diffractive model. Glare testing measures the effect of simulated glare on vision function. October 2016. No study reported any vision-related quality of life data or cost outcome. 2020;46(8):1075-1085. The capsules of the femtosecond group (0.95 0.02) were significantly more circular than the ones of the manual group (0.81 0.07; p < 0.0001). How much is cataract surgery with insurance? Schultz T, Joachim SC, Tischoff I, Dick HB. 2018;44(3):262-265. background: #5e9732; These researchers identified a second potentially relevant study of immediate versus delayed cataract surgery in 54 people with ARMD. In a Cochrane review, these investigators evaluated the relative safety and effectiveness of combined surgery versus cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) alone for co-existing cataract and glaucoma. Trifocal IOL implantation may improve uncorrected intermediate VA at 1 year (MD -0.16, 95 % CI: -0.22 to -0.10; I2= 0 %; 2 studies, 107 subjects; low-certainty evidence), but showed no evidence of effect on best-corrected distance VA at 1 year (MD 0.00, 95 % CI: -0.03 to 0.04; I2= 0 %; 2 studies, 107 subjects; low-certainty evidence). The member has been educated about the risks and benefits of cataract surgery, including alternatives to treatment and the member determines if the expected reduction in the disability outweighs the potential risk, cost and inconvenience of surgery. A cost-effectiveness decision tree model was constructed to analyze the cost-effectiveness of FLACS compared with PCS. The AHCPR Cataract Management Guideline Panel (the Panel, 1993) sought to determine what pre-operative tests are needed in most cases to determine the need for cataract surgery. Simultaneous pupil expansion and displacement for femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery in patients with lens ectopia. Findl O, Drexler W, Menapace R, et al. } London, UK: NICE; 2007. Patients with refractive ReZoom had also recommended near addition more frequently than the 2 diffractive groups. In this study, Healon was used in the anterior chamber for all ORA measurements, which very well may impact the predictions by ORA. For example, eye examinations performed to determine the refractive state of the eyes following insertion of a presbyopia-correcting IOL are non-covered (McClellan, 2005). Patients with a pre-operative reduction of their endothelial cell density are unusually sensitive to the trauma of surgery and may not maintain adequate visual functions following surgery. Two review authors independently assessed study eligibility, collected data, and judged risk of bias for included studies. RF Steinert, ed. The underlying problem that led to vitrectomy may limit the benefit from removal of the cataractous lens. Abell RG, Kerr NM, Vote BJ. Doctors reported on the mandates detrimental impact on patient care and the administrative burden it placed on their practices. .arrowPurpleSmall, a:hover.arrowPurpleSmall { American Academy of Ophthalmology. #backTop { June 21, 2022 Note: For Medicare and HMO members who have had cataract surgery with The Panel found inadequate evidence that potential vision testing can help the ophthalmologist in predicting the outcome of cataract surgery. Links to various non-Aetna sites are provided for your convenience only. Post-operatively, contrast sensitivity and color perception were measured up to 180 days and up to 1 year (for visual acuity) after implantation. Refractive Correction of Near and Intermediate Vision with Less Dependency on Eyeglasses or Contact Lenses" concluded that 1 pair of conventional eyeglasses or contact lenses furnished subsequent to each cataract surgery with insertion of an IOL is covered. Haigis W, Lege B, Miller N, et al. As an Aetna Vision Preferred member, youre covered for routine eye exams and either one pair of eyeglasses (lenses and frame) or contact lenses or prescription sunglasses. San Francisco, CA: AAO;October 2016. Multifocal versus monofocal intraocular lenses after cataract extraction. The authors concluded that femtosecond laser could perform a capsulotomy with high reliability. 2022 Feb 13 [Online ahead of print]. in which cataract surgery will not improve the members independence). In a systematic review and meta-analysis, these researchers examined the effectiveness of prophylactic IC antibiotics in reducing the rates of post-operative endophthalmitis following MSICS. Participants who received the accommodative IOLs achieved better distance-corrected near visual acuity (DCNVA) at 6 months (mean difference (MD) -3.10 Jaeger units; 95 % CI: -3.36 to -2.83, 2 studies, 106 people, 136 eyes, moderate quality evidence). Aslam TM, Devlin H, Dhillon B. Patients with monofocal IOLs had more frequently recommended near addition (74 %) than those with multi-focal IOLs. To evaluate for heterogeneity, these researchers carried out meta-regression on co-variates including PCR incidence, use of topical antibiotics and study design. J Cataract Refract Surg. The IOLAB, Inc pediatric intraocular lens study. People receiving accommodative lenses had more PCO which may be associated with poorer distance vision. They stated that further research is needed to improve the understanding of how accommodative IOLs may affect near visual function, and whether they provide any durable gains. Accommodating intraocular lenses. Ophthalmologe. In addition, in this study, several different types of IOLs were used although the majority consisted of ZCB00 or ZA9003 (Abbott Medical Optics, Santa Ana, CA), or SN60WF (Alcon, Fort Worth, TX). Paris, France: ANAES; 2000. In 2020, the average cost for One option of care for individuals with presbyopia and cataract is the use of multifocal or extended depth of focus IOL after cataract surgery. They may not be applicable to other accommodative IOL designs. All of these studies found a statistically significant greater decrease in mean IOP post-operatively in the combined surgery group compared with cataract surgery alone; the MD was -1.62 mmHg (95 % CI: -2.61 to -0.64; 489 eyes) among 6 studies with data at 1 year follow-up. Horizon Scanning Prioritising Summary - Volume 6. The immediate surgery group showed mean improvement in best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) compared with the delayed surgery group at 6 months (mean difference (MD) 0.15 LogMAR, 95 % CI: 0.28 to 0.02). 12/05/2022 Rarely, a cataract may form within months when related to trauma, inflammation or use of some medications. Implantation of accommodating intraocular lenses for cataract. Cataract removal surgery is considered not medically necessary for the Frequent changes in eyeglass prescription help maintain vision during cataract development. Such trials should stratify participants by their age, the retinal disorder leading to vitrectomy, and the status of the underlying disease process in the contralateral eye. } Efficacy of intracameral antibiotics following manual small incision cataract surgery in reducing the rates of endophthalmitis: A meta-analysis. Zhang ML, Hirunyachote P, Jampel H. Combined surgery versus cataract surgery alone for eyes with cataract and glaucoma. WebAetna considers the Hydrus Microstent medically necessary for the treatment of adults with mild or moderate open-angle glaucoma and a cataract when the individual is currently They stated that additional high-quality RCTs measuring clinically meaningful and patient-important outcomes are needed to provide evidence to support treatment recommendations. The Panel stated that, for patients with a dense or cataract mature that interferes with ophthalmoscopic examination, a diagnostic B-mode ultrasonography (B-scan) may be appropriate to rule out retinal detachments or vitreous hemorrhages, ocular pathology which may influence the decision to perform cataract surgery. WebHere is how Aetna insurance plans may be able to help you cover the cost of your eye care (individual insurance policies differ). Ophthalmologe. 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