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Medicare Demonstration Projects & Evaluation Reports

Demonstration Project Name
Medicare Low Vision Rehabilitation Demonstration
Demonstration Type
Completed Demos & Evaluation Reports
Year
2006
Description
The Low Vision Rehabilitation Demonstration will examine the impact of coverage for vision rehabilitation services provided to Medicare beneficiaries with moderated to severe visual impairments, which cannot be corrected through surgery or glasses. Services may be provided in the office of physician or in the home and home environment by qualified physicians or occupational therapists, or by certified low vision rehabilitation professionals under the general supervision of the physician.