Nevada Optometric Association

Learn more about a voluntary recall issued on Dec. 17 by Regenerative Processing Plant, LLC. The company has indicated that a voluntary recall is necessary due to a packaging integrity issue with the eyedropper dispensing applicators, specifically, their lack of a backflow prevention mechanism. Learn the required actions to take: https://bit.ly/3ZOWvk0

Did you hear? Late last week, a United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas ruling has blocked the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) nationwide. The CTA was enacted in an attempt for Congress to make it easier for the federal government to crack down on shell companies used for money laundering, trafficking, terrorism or other illegal activity. Although optometry practices are not involved in such activities, many would have been required to report information about their ownership to the U.S. Department of the Treasury by the end of 2024 or face substantial penalties of up to $500/day. In this week’s opinion, the Eastern District of Texas found the CTA to be “likely unconstitutional” and found that its looming January 1, 2025, deadline would irreparably harm companies that were required to comply. The injunction is preliminary, not permanent, for the federal law but does not affect state laws. The NOA and AOA will continue to provide updates on the CTA, including any potential appeals by the Treasury.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule. Of significant importance are the reimbursement changes to the fee schedule. Average payment rates under the fee schedule will be reduced by 2.93% in calendar year (CY) 2025, compared to the average amount these services were paid for most of CY 2024. The AOA is working on a legislative fix for this issue. Find out how you can get engaged: https://bit.ly/3Og2atQ.

On a daily basis, patients being treated for or at risk of glaucoma visit their doctors of optometry as their first line of defense and care. Consult the new evidence-based AOA clinical care guideline on primary open-angle glaucoma to learn the latest in glaucoma management. https://bit.ly/40F96s1

In NOA’s continued advocacy for Nevada doctors of optometry, President Dr. Steve Girisgen participated in a critical meeting with key state legislators in the state Capitol to address the future of optometry in Nevada and the opportunities for the growth of the profession and patient access to care. Find out more how you can get involved in our advocacy efforts: https://lnkd.in/eqZkJNvF

Congratulations, NOA President-Elect Dr. Troy Ogden, for being chosen as Nevada's official Myopia Change Agent with The Myopia Collective - a collaboration between the American Optometric Association and CooperVision. You can see more about The Myopia Collective and why being a Change Agent is an important distinction. https://lnkd.in/gxCe_ENW #OptometrysMeeting

Congratulations to NOA Member Dr. Melissa Macco! Dr. Macco is one of three doctors nationwide awarded the inaugural Golden Opportunity Award. She and the other winners will be recognized at Optometry's Meeting in Nashville next week. https://lnkd.in/g-fr8j6b

Hey, it's getting pretty hot out there! How about joining us for a chill evening this Saturday?⁠ ⁠ Come hang out with optometrists and vendors this Saturday, June 1, 2024⁠ from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm⁠ at The Virgil, located at 301 Vassar Street, Reno, for our Optometry & Vendor "Speed Dating" Mixer. ⁠ Oh, and did we forget to mention that there will be free food, drinks, and prizes?!⁠ ⁠ Check out the link below for more information and to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/dazPRXeS

We are less than two weeks away from our OD and Vendor "Speed Dating" mixer in Reno. Whether you're a seasoned Optometrist or just starting your journey in optometry, this event is tailored to provide valuable resources and learning experiences to navigate your career path confidently. Spend two hours with us to find your match. RSVP today!

Find Your Match! Nevada Optometric Association is hosting 👁️ Optometry Mixer: OD & Vendor "Speed Dating" 👁️ at The Virgil in Reno on Saturday, June 1, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Join us for an evening of professional growth, networking, and delectable delights. RSVP below or visit https://lnkd.in/dazPRXeS