by Fox Valley Ophthalmology | Aug 30, 2026 | Insurance & Coverage
“Is this covered?” is one of the most common questions we hear — and the honest answer is: it depends on what happens during your visit. Here’s a general breakdown. Typically Covered A routine comprehensive eye exam — usually covered at least in part...
by Fox Valley Ophthalmology | Aug 26, 2026 | Preventative Eye Health and Wellness
You’ve heard that carrots are good for your eyes — but the full picture of nutrition and vision is a lot more interesting (and more useful) than that old saying suggests. Key Nutrients for Eye Health Lutein and zeaxanthin — antioxidants concentrated in the...
by Fox Valley Ophthalmology | Aug 24, 2026 | Symptoms and When to Seek Care
A red or mildly irritated eye is usually nothing to panic about. But certain combinations of symptoms are your body’s way of saying this needs care right now, not next week. Here’s how to tell the difference. Usually Not an Emergency Mild redness or...
by Fox Valley Ophthalmology | Aug 22, 2026 | Testing & Technology
Some of the most serious eye conditions — glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy — can quietly damage your vision long before you’d ever notice a symptom. OCT imaging is one of the key tools that lets us catch that damage early. What Is OCT? OCT...
by Fox Valley Ophthalmology | Aug 20, 2026 | Eye Health
Kids rarely announce “I think I need glasses” — they simply assume that however they see the world is how everyone sees it. That’s why it’s up to the adults around them to catch the clues. Behavioral Signs to Watch For Sitting very close to the...
