Retinal Imaging
Instant, detailed views of your retina and optic nerve, added to your eye exam.
Dr. Elizabeth Johnson, OD · St. Louis Park, MN
See the back of your eye.
Digital retinal imaging combines retinal photography with computerized imaging to give instant, detailed views of the retina and optic nerve. Dr. Elizabeth Johnson, OD, and you can look at the images together on a computer monitor.
Early detection, and a baseline for later.
- Promotes early detection of abnormal conditions, which can help prevent permanent vision loss
- Images are saved in your electronic medical record as a baseline for future comparison
- Lets us monitor changes in the internal structures of your eyes over time
Recommended, not required.
Dr. Johnson highly recommends retinal imaging as an additional optional test during your eye exam. Most insurance plans do not cover retinal photography as part of a comprehensive eye examination, so there may be an additional fee for this test.
Questions, answered.
- What is digital retinal imaging?
- Digital retinal imaging uses retinal photography combined with computerized imaging to provide instant, detailed views of the retina and optic nerve. It can be done as part of a routine eye exam.
- Can I see my own retinal images?
- Yes. The images can be viewed by both the doctor and the patient on a computer monitor.
- Why is retinal imaging helpful?
- It promotes early detection of abnormal conditions, which can help prevent permanent vision loss. The images are saved in your electronic medical record as a baseline, so changes in the internal structures of your eyes can be monitored over time.
- Is retinal imaging required?
- No. It is an additional optional test during your eye exam, and Dr. Johnson highly recommends it.
- Does insurance cover retinal imaging?
- Most insurance plans do not cover retinal photography as part of a comprehensive eye examination, so there may be an additional fee for this test.
Wondering if retinal imaging is right for you?
Call us at (952) 222-3578, Monday–Friday 9am–5pm, or Contact Us.
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St. Louis Park, MN 55426
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