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The Glaucoma EyeCare Program promotes early detection and treatment of glaucoma. It raises awareness of glaucoma risk factors such as family history, race, age, provides free glaucoma educational materials and facilitates access to a glaucoma eye exam.
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States, and the most common cause of blindness among African Americans. More than three million people have glaucoma, but half do not realize it because there are often no warning symptoms. People who have a family history of glaucoma, are African American, or are age 60 or older are at increased risk. Early detection and treatment of glaucoma can preserve sight.
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Qualifications
The Glaucoma EyeCare Program is designed for people who:
- Are U.S. citizens or legal residents
- Have not had an eye exam in 12 months or more
- Are at increased risk for glaucoma (family history, race, age)
- Do not belong to an HMO or the VA
To determine if you, a family member or friend qualify for a GEP referral call 1-800-391-EYES (3937) toll-free, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Benefits
Those eligible for a referral through the glaucoma program receive a glaucoma eye exam and the initiation of treatment, if deemed necessary. Uninsured patients will receive the exam at no charge. Patients with insurance will be billed and are responsible for any co-payments and/or the cost of the eye examination.
Eyeglasses, medicines, hospital services and fees of other medical professionals are not included.
Our Partners and Sponsors
This program is sponsored by Pfizer Ophthalmics.
For additional information about glaucoma, visit the Glaucoma Research Foundation.
Call 1-877-887-6327 and request a FREE VHS copy of the Glaucoma & You video
