Optometrists in Van Buren, ME Accepting Medicare

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Charles M. Plourde
Optometrist - Low Vision Rehabilitation
Medicare: Not Enrolled in Medicare
Practice Location: 67 Main St, Van Buren, ME 04785
Phone: 207-868-3341    Fax: 207-868-3441
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Dr. Charles M. Plourde, O.D.
Optometrist - Low Vision Rehabilitation
Medicare: Accepting Medicare Assignments
Practice Location: 67 Main St, Van Buren, ME 04785
Phone: 207-868-3341    Fax: 207-868-3441
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Optometrists


Optometrists: Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.


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Medicare Assignment: Assignment means that your doctor, provider, or supplier agrees (or is required by law) to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services. Most doctors, providers, and suppliers accept assignment, but you should always check to make sure. Participating providers have signed an agreement to accept assignment for all Medicare-covered services.

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