IcareLabs Blog

The Federal Trade Commission finalizes the Eyeglasses Rule

FTC Finalizes the Eyeglass Rule

Jul 10, 2024 1:49:08 PM

The Federal Trade Commission finalized updates to its Ophthalmic Practice Rule, also known as the Eyeglass Rule, on Thursday, June 27. This marks the end of a thorough multi-year review aimed at boosting competition in the prescription lens market and empowering consumers with more choices.

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How to enhance patient flow in an optical practice

Enhancing Patient Flow in an Optical Practice

Jun 26, 2024 8:39:44 AM

Patient flow is a critical component of any healthcare practice, including optical clinics. Efficient patient flow ensures that patients receive timely care, enhances patient satisfaction, and improves the overall productivity of the practice. Here are some key strategies to improve patient flow in an optical practice:

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IcareLabs celebrates 56 years as a wholesale optical lab

Thanks For An Amazing 56 Years!

Jun 19, 2024 4:03:50 PM

We recently marked our 56th anniversary, a milestone made possible by our incredible customers and dedicated employees! This past year has brought challenges, surprises, new equipment, and a wealth of learning experiences, but we wouldn't have it any other way.

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how to utilize and understand the job status function on myicarelabs

How to Utilize and Understand our Job Status Screen

May 29, 2024 2:03:45 PM

In our ongoing quest to always be America's easiest lab to work with, our amazing customer portal provides all of our customers with 24/7 access to everything they need. This includes Rx ordering, payments, statements, and more. One of the best features available is real-time job tracking as your work is going through our lab! This blog will explain the various codes you'll see on the job status screen and the estimated turnaround time.

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How to use social media as an eyecare professional

How To Use Social Media as an Eyecare Professional

Apr 12, 2024 11:20:33 AM

Social media has become an integral part of how we communicate, connect, and share information. For eyecare professionals (ECPs), leveraging social media platforms can be a powerful tool for building brand awareness, engaging with patients, and educating the public about eye health. However, it's essential to navigate this landscape thoughtfully and ethically to maximize its benefits. In this blog post, we'll explore how ECPs can effectively utilize social media to enhance their practice.

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What are ANSI Standards?

What Are ANSI Standards?

Apr 4, 2024 10:41:37 AM

We've all committed to it, and the majority are sticking to it: "No lenses outside of ANSI Standards." As an industry, we rely on ANSI to define what's acceptable and what's not. If a pair of lenses meets ANSI Standards after being fitted into the frame, we can be confident that the patient will receive functional glasses.

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