Optometry and ophthalmology relations in managed care.
BACKGROUND
Optometrists and Ophthalmologists have a history of difficult professional relationships. This paper discusses common issues both professions face while working under managed care.


CONCLUSIONS
Managed care initiatives may help to improve the ability of Optomotrists and Ophthalmologists to work together to treat the patient's eye problems.
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Surgery Service, Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital, Columbia, Missouri, USA.
D006801:Humans; D007349:Insurance, Health, Reimbursement; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009885:Ophthalmology / Q000458:organization & administration; D009907:Optometry / Q000458:organization & administration