Why Does Medicare Not Pay For Refraction?

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    Medicare does not pay for refraction because they consider it a routine service, even if the refractive state of the eyes was ascertained for medical purposes rather than to prescribe glasses. Optometrists and ophthalmologists must charge refraction charges as a separate item so they are not accused of Medicare fraud.
    Answered on May 24, 2013
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