Macular Degeneration
Learn about the difference between dry and wet AMD, as well as symptoms and treatment options.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Read about how this complication of diabetes can cause vision loss, and how we can help.
Retinal Tear & Detachment
Understand the difference between a retinal tear and a detachment, and how urgent treatment is often necessary for these conditions.
Uveitis
RAWNY is pleased to have two ocular inflammatory disease specialists on staff to help diagnose and treat this complex condition.
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Learn about the difference between retinal vein occlusions and retinal artery occlusions, including symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options.
Epiretinal Membrane/Macular Pucker
Understand how an epiretinal membrane, also known as a macular pucker, affects the retina and can cause visual disturbances.
To learn more about other retinal conditions, visit American Academy of Ophthalmology Eye Health A-Z
RAWNY encourages you to read more about specific diagnosis at https://www.aao.org/eye-health an educational resource provided by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). The AAO’s EyeSmart website provides ophthalmologist-reviewed information about eye diseases and treatments, eye health news and tips for a lifetime of good eye health.
Macular Degeneration Association
RAWNY is a proud member of The Macular Degeneration Association. Visit their website for https://macularhope.org/ for a variety of free resources educational programs for patients living with Age-Related Macular Degeneration.
Low Vision Services
As retina specialists, we do not prescribe glasses, or provide low vision aide or services. However, we can help you understand how low vision aides may be helpful for your condition, and refer you to a local low-vision specialist or center. With many retinal diseases such as age-related macular denegation, peripheral vision is usually not affected. Therefore, people can often utilize their remaining vision to maintain a satisfying lifestyle. Low-vision optical devices, closed-circuit television, specialized lighting, magnifying devices, large-print reading materials, and talking/computerized devices are just some of the low vision aides that can help patients maintain independence and continue to enjoy their favorite activities. If you would like a referral to a low vision center, please ask your doctor or call our office today.
Patient Assistance and Support Programs
Below you will find downloadable forms and website resources that may help provide financial assistance for qualifying individuals. Please keep in mind that the decision to use a certain drug is a clinical one made by the treating physician and each individual patient. The name of the medication supported by the program can be seen in bold.
- Eylea 4 U Patient Enrollment Application ( Please note Eylea4U is for patients with private commercial insurance only) : eylea4u-enrollment-form.pdf
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Genentech Ophthalmology Co-Pay Program for Vabysmo and Lucentis: https://www.eyeoncopay.com/
- Good Days Patient Enrollment Application (Please note Good Days is for patients with Medicare only): good-days-enrollment-form.pdf, https://www.mygooddays.org/
- Allergan Ozurdex Savings Program: https://www.ozurdexsavingsprog…
- Regeneron Lucentis Co-Pay Program: https://www.lucentis.com/wet-a…
- Novartis Beovu Support Program: https://www.beovu.com/support-…
- Illuvian Patient Assistance Program: https://iluvien.com/support/fi…
- Apellis Syfovre Co-pay Assistance Enrollment Application: Apellis Assist Syfovre Enrollment Form or https://syfovre.com/
- Pan Foundation for Xipere Payment Assistance: https://www.panfoundation.org/
- Coherus Cimerli Payment Assistance Program: https://coherussolutions.com/cimerli/medicare
Medicare Resources
Great Medicare information from our friends at the American Society of Retina Specialists: https://www.asrs.org/patients/medicare-basics
Visit https://www.medicareinfocus.com/ to review educational information on original Medicare and Medicare Advantage with a patient’s point of view. Included are questions you may want to ask and helpful resources and links. You should consult your insurance plan and healthcare provider as needed when making coverage and treatment decisions.
