IRIS Issue 43

AI in 60 Seconds
Ghosted by Patients? Here’s How AI Can Help.

No-shows are not a small leak. The average missed appointment costs a practice about $200. So where does AI actually fit into fixing this?
Most modern scheduling tools now have AI built in, working quietly behind the scenes in a few specific ways, such as predictive risk scoring, two-way conversational messaging, and smart waitlist matching. Click below to learn how to use these AI-powered tools efficiently—in 60 seconds.

Breaking News

Connecticut Raises Medicaid Reimbursement for Optometry

Following sustained advocacy by the Connecticut Association of Optometrists, new rates for four commonly billed services are expected to provide an additional $2.27 million in Medicaid payments, giving optometrists parity with ophthalmologists for four high-volume services.

Practice Toolkit

TVC Launches Free ‘See What Matters’ Back-to-School Toolkit

The Vision Council Foundation’s 2026 See What Matters resources address childhood myopia, digital eye strain, and the importance of comprehensive eye exams. As part of the campaign, TVC has released free downloadable toolkits designed for eye care providers as well as schools and parents.

Myopia News

DOT Lenses Reach 2 Million Wearers

SightGlass Vision announced that 2 million children worldwide have now worn its DOT spectacle lenses, reaching the milestone less than a year after surpassing 1 million wearers. First commercially introduced in 2021, DOT lenses are designed to slow myopia progression in children using Diffusion Optics Technology, an approach based on contrast management.

ICYMI: Cost-Saving Tip

Medical Facilities Are Moving Beyond the Bin

Waste audits are becoming increasingly popular as a standard business practice. For practices looking to reduce waste, save costs, and lessen their impact on the environment, here we uncover three simple steps to conducting your own audit.

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