Augusta Eye M.D., P.C.

What is an Ophthalmologist?
How is an Ophthalmologist different from an Optometrist and an Optician?
What is an Eye M.D.?
What services does your office provide?
What is a refraction?
Do you perform LASIK and other refractive surgery procedures?
Where is your office located?
How do I schedule an appointment?
What do I do in case of Emergency?
Can I get my new glasses at your office?
Do I have to get my glasses at your office?
How do I get my prescription medications refilled?
How do I get a copy of my glasses prescription?
How do I get a copy of my contact lens prescription?
Will you file my medical insurance?

Q: What is an Ophthalmologist?
A: An Ophthalmologist is a physician or medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and the medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases.
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Q: How is an Ophthalmologist different from an Optometrist and an Optician?
A: An Ophthalmologist is a medical doctor with specialty training in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. An ophthalmologist's training consists of college, 4 years of medical school, and 3 to 4 years in a residency program specializing in medical and surgical eye care.
An Optometrist prescribes glasses and contact lenses, but is not a medical doctor, and does not treat all eye diseases nor do eye surgery. An Optician is a specialist in the fitting and production of glasses.
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Q: What is an Eye M.D.?
A: An Eye M.D. is the same as an Ophthalmologist. An Eye M.D. is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and the medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases.
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Q: What services does your office provide?
A: Our comprehensive services include routine eye exams, including checking the eyes for glasses; the use of diagnostic tests for eye diseases such as cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma; medical, laser, and surgical treatment for eye diseases and conditions; examinations for and fitting of contact lenses; and fitting and dispensing of glasses and sunglasses.
Surgical services include small incision cataract surgery with lens implants (intraocular lenses), glaucoma surgery, combined cataract and glaucoma surgery, corneal transplantation, eye muscle or strabismus surgery, oculoplastic surgery, and Botox injections.
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Q: What is a refraction?
A: A refraction is the testing used to determine the prescription needed in your glasses to allow you to see clearly. It is an important part of your eye exam, although because it is not related to a medical condition it is not paid for by Medicare and some other insurance companies.
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Q: Do you perform LASIK and other refractive surgery procedures?
A: Patients wanting refractive surgery may obtain it through our office at the Emory Vision Center in Atlanta. Our affiliation with the Emory Vision Center allows our patients to receive the most up-to-date refractive surgery available. We will be happy to work with you in arranging for your refractive surgery, and will assist in the pre-operative and post-operative care.
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Q: Where is your office located?
A: The office address is 905 Stevens Creek Rd, Augusta, GA 30907. We are on the corner of Riverwatch Parkway and Stevens Creek Rd, by the carwash and railroad tracks.

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Q: How do I schedule an appointment?
A: You may call the office at (706) 922-6000, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
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Q: What do I do in case of Emergency?
A: If you feel you have an eye emergency, please call our office at (706) 922-6000 day or night. During the day our staff will help you with your problem, and may arrange for you to see one of the doctors. After office hours, or on weekends, the Answering Service will put you in contact with the doctor on call. If you feel you are having an eye emergency that needs same day attention, please tell the person you are speaking with the nature of the problem.

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Q: Can I get my new glasses at your office?
A: We are pleased to offer full service eye care at our office location. The Optical Shop is a part of our office and is staffed by a Licensed Dispensing Optician. We provide professional and courteous service; we stock a complete range of frames from designer frames to budget frames; and we are knowledgeable in all aspects of the optical business.
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Q: Do I have to get my glasses at your office?
A: You will be given a written prescription for your glasses at the completion of your eye exam, as is required by law. You may take the prescription to any optical facility, and we realize that your insurance or employer may have special requirements as to where you take it. We feel, however, that our Optical Shop provides the best service and materials that you will receive anywhere at prices that are comparable for similar frames and lenses.
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Q: How do I get my prescription medications refilled?
A: If you need a new prescription, please call our office at (706) 922-6000 from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. on Friday. We will need to know which medication you need refilled and which pharmacy you would like us to call. We can also mail you a copy of your prescription if you prefer, or if you need it for mail-in services.
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Q: How do I get a copy of my glasses prescription?
A: If you need a copy of your latest glasses prescription, please call the office at (706) 922-6000. If your prescription is less than a year old we will provide you a copy of it that you can pick up, or we can mail it to you, or we will call it to your preferred optician. If your prescription is over one year old we will usually recommend a repeat eye exam before providing the prescription.
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Q: How do I get a copy of my contact lens prescription?
A: If you need a copy of your contact lens prescription, please call the office at (706) 922-7732. If your prescription is less than a year old we will provide you a copy of it that you can pick up, or we can mail it to you. If your prescription is over one year old we will usually recommend a repeat eye exam before providing the prescription.
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Q: Will you file my medical insurance?
A: We file Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance plans, including secondary insurance. At the time of your visit you should be prepared to pay your deductible, the insurance co-pay, and for the refraction and other non-covered services. Our office accepts cash, check, Visa and Mastercard.
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Augusta Eye M.D., P.C.
905 Stevens Creek Rd
Phone: (706) 922-6000 Eyewear Gallery: (706) 922-7732