THE GLAUCOMA PROGRAM | EYECARE AMERICA

Provides free glaucoma educational materials and facilitates access to glaucoma eye exams. Eligible applicants receive a glaucoma eye exam and the initiation of treatment, if deemed necessary.

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211 Summit

Physical Address

655 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Hours

Enroll online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Fax

(415) 561-8567

Application process

Call the toll-free number or visit the website for more information. Friends and family members can call on behalf of the patient. To enroll, visit the website. Enrollment must be completed online.

Fee

Uninsured patients will receive care at no charge. Patients with insurance will be billed and are responsible for any co-payments and/or the cost of the eye examination. Eyeglasses, medicines, hospital services and fees of other medical professionals are not included.

Eligibility

The Glaucoma Program is designed for people who: - Are United States citizens or legal residents. - Have not had an eye exam in 12 months or more. - Are at increased risk for glaucoma (family history, race, age). - Do not belong to an HMO or the VA.

Languages

None.

Agency info

EYECARE AMERICA

Offers programs to raise awareness about eye disease and care. Provides free eye health educational materials and facilitates access to medical eye care. Programs include The Seniors Program and The Glaucoma Program.