FAQ

West Michigan Contact Lens Specialists

Frequently asked questions and answers

Your questions, answered

Lots of information is needed to understand all your treatment options and the option that is right for you. Read West Michigan Contact Lens’ most frequently asked patient questions, answered by Dr. Adeline Bauer.

West Michigan Contact Lens Specialists – FAQ

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Who can schedule an appointment?

Anyone looking for unique contact lenses to meet their visual needs may schedule an appointment. We offer many different varieties of custom-ordered contact lenses, and we fully discuss what types of lenses may work for you during your first visit.

Do I need a referral to make an appointment?

While we don’t require a referral, we do require chart notes from your current or previous eye care provider prior to your appointment so we can better understand your history. We want to know exactly what contact lenses you’ve tried before and why they didn’t work.

What insurance do you accept?

We accept several types of both vision and medical insurance. Prior to your first visit, we will run a benefits check to see if out-of-pocket costs apply. At your first visit, we will discuss whether your insurance covers the costs of the lenses.

We accept the following insurance:

  • VSP
  • Davis Vision
  • Priority Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • McLaren Health
  • United Health Care
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

How many visits does it take to get fit in lenses?

Because these are custom lenses and made to fit your eyes, it takes several visits to get the proper fit. Plan on at least four visits:

(1) the initial consultation exam to discuss options;

(2) the lens evaluation;

(3) the lens dispense; and

(4) at least one follow up to get the proper fit. We may need more follow ups if additional changes need to be made to the lens to get the best fit for you.

What is ortho-keratology?

Ortho-keratology, or corneal reshaping, is a process where a contact lens is used like an overnight retainer to change the shape of the eye and allow clear vision when the lenses are removed in the morning. It has been shown to be an effective way to control nearsightedness in children.

How It Works?

Schedule an appointment

Get the process started by calling or requesting an appointment online.

Meet with Dr. Addie Bauer

It all starts with a comprehensive dilated eye health evaluation where we work together to determine what lenses are best for you.

Get your lenses

Once we know what lenses are best, we special order your lenses to fit your eyes.

West Michigan Contact Lens Specialists

At West Michigan Contact Lens Specialists our primary focus is our patients’ vision.

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Contact

Phone: 616-341-1713
Fax: 616-341-1714