Massachusetts Society of Optometrists

Conversations about COVID-19 for ECPs webinars are now online.
https://www.neco.edu/academics/continuing-education/online-ce

MSO Covid 19 Return to Practice Resources

RE-OPENINIG OVERVIEW

https://reopeneyecare.org/

PPE

COVID-19: PPP Loan Forgiveness Calculator & Reopening Action Plan

MASKS:

Opthalmics Inc.
http://www.reviewofoptometry.com/email/050820_Opthalmics_RO.html

CDC List of NIOSH Approved N95 Suppliers

https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/topics/respirators/disp_part/N95list1.html?fbclid=IwAR0Pz3It1diHK8LiYN AjTuGSxMPUz8nra5FEuxTK3asUVCcRe66t59T5Eig

https://ncppe.com/

“Medical grade masks” can be requested by practices with an Essilor account by emailing:
covid19@us.luxottica.com

iHealthLabs:
ihealthlabs.com/kn95-face-mask and ihealthlabs.com/disposable-ear-loop-face-mask

Rochester Optical: N95 face masks and other shields –
www.rochesteroptical.com/covid-response/Luxottica:

Disposable Face Mask:
KN95 Masks, Disposable Masks, etc.: https://disposable-face-mask.life/

Surgical Masks: https://ihealthlabs.com/disposable-ear-loop-face-mask/

Snow Joe:
KN95 masks: www.snowjoe.com

Wyze:
Surgical-type masks: wyze.com

Namify: 3-ply protective face masks
namify.com

GLOVES:

Amcon:
www.amconlabs.com

Henry Schein:
www.henryschein.com

GloveNation:
glovenation.com

Hilco Vision:
www.hilcovision.com

Ace Hardware:
www.acehardware.com

FACE SHIELDS:

https://westgeorgiacornhole.com/protective-face-shields/

Xodus Medical:
https://xodusmedical.com/FaceShield

DISINFECTANTS:

SmartPractice: germicidal wipes
https://www.smartpractice.com/shop/wa/style?id=SP241358&m=SPE

Amcon:
www.amconlabs.com

Safco Dental Supply
www.safecodental.com

THERMOMETERS:

iHealthLabs: infrared No-Touch forehead thermometer
ihealthlabs.com

Genbay:
Ships from USA – Forehead Infrared Body Thermometer

SNEEZE GUARDS FOR OPTICAL AND STAFF:

FrameDisplay.Com:
https://www.framedisplays.com/cocoprshforr.html

Dgs Retail: Acrylic Barriers :
https://www.dgsretail.com/P1712/Portable-Freestanding-Sneeze-Guard-Desk-Counters-AcrylicWith-Base-24x32H

Integrated Sign:
Sneeze guards, face shields – https://www.isgonlinestore.com/

SLIT LAMP BREATH SHIELDS:

Marco is offering free breath shields for customers with Marco slit lamps:
https://marco.com/request-your-free-breath-shield/:

Zeiss: Free Breath Shield
https://www.zeiss.com/meditec/int/c/slit-lamp-breath-shields.html:

Topcon: Offering free breath shields that work with Topcon slit lamps
info.topconhealthcare.com

Haag-Streit: no more free shields, but some for purchase:
Go.haag-streit-usa.com

Ophthalmic Instruments: breath shield for slit lamps
https://www.oic2020.com/index.php

PHOROPTER BREATH SHIELDS:

https://myphoropterbreathshield.com/

https://premierop.com/phoroptor-breath-shields/

SIGNAGE:
https://www.creativesafetysupply.com/signs/coronavirus-covid-19-signs/

OTHER PPE RESOURCES:

PEARLEMAN BUYING GROUP THROUGH MSO

VSP PPE LIST
https://files.constantcontact.com/6a8f8b4d001/165857c4-371b-4a91-8b7f-69b3f8e4643e.pdf

PPE SUPPLIER: Personal protective equipment provider. Use code 15GOA at checkout for 15% off your purchase, $10 flat shipping rate will apply.
https://bettersafenow.com/

https://ppesupplyhouse.com/

https://premierop.com/ : Wide range of PPE

Henry Schein:
www.henryschein.com/

Masks, cleaning supplies, and hand sanitizer inventory:
www.storminnormans.com

https://odsunited.com/
ODs' United is a buying group that has KN95 masks. They are the FDA approved European/Asian version of the N95 masks. No fees

https://mms.mckesson.com/
You will need to create an account with the rep. This is a large company that is like the amazon of healthcare. They have their own products as well act as a distributor for other companies. They have surgical/procedure masks in large quantities for a better price than iHealth. You do need to scroll through the numerous options to find the ones in stock.
Rep is: Chris Walton Account Manager
800-866-2012 telephone
508-560-6956 cell
Christopher.walton@mckesson.com
McKesson Medical-Surgical Primary Care

***PPE SUPPLY HOUSE SITE
www.ppesupplyhouse.com

TELEMEDICINE:

https://doxy.me/ Free telemedicine service that is a HIPPA compliant patient conferencing platform

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:

SBA is Helping Small Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus

https://www.sba.gov/disaster-assistance/coronavirus-covid-19

https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources

HHS has started to provide a second round of relief funds.

Might be a good idea to check out this link first for some instructions and tips for filling it out:
https://chameleoncloud.io/review/2977-5ea0af98f0fd0/prod

Look to the third bullet point under the "$50 billion general allocation" section for info.
https://www.hhs.gov/coronavirus/cares-act-provider-relief-fund/index.html

Direct link to the application itself:
https://covid19.linkhealth.com/docusign/#/step/1

REOPENING GUIDANCE AND OTHER GENERAL RESOURCES

Center for Disease Control:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

Massachusetts Society of Optometrists
https://www.maoptometry.org/

VSP Re-Opening Resource Guide
https://www.vspproviderhub.com/dam/jcr:347692cd-5400-418a-9f57-7553ab7ba87b/Premier%20Re-Opening%20Resource%20Guide.pdf

Practice Compliance Solutions Re-opening Guide
https://practicecompliancesolutions.com/reopening-guide

OHSA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19

https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3990.pdf

https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/controlprevention.html#health

AOA COVID-19 Response:

https://www.aoa.org/coronavirus

AOA GUIDE TO PRACTICE REACTIVATION
https://www.aoa.org/optometry-practice-reactivation-preparedness-guide

Johnson & Johnson

https://www.jnjvisionpro.com/coronavirus

Review of Optometric Business Covid survival center:
https://www.reviewob.com/covid-19-practice-survival-center-help-from-rob-beyond/?utm_campaign=Cont ent%20Highlight&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Content%20Highlight&utm_content=Reopening%20 Your%20Practice:%20Your%20Top%20Questions% 20Answered&utm_term=4.25

Maine Optometric Association Guidance to reopen
https://files.constantcontact.com/9665e1f1301/fefb13fb-0474-493d-93c0-4df0d46bcc82.pdf

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MSO Covid-19 Guidelines

The facts and situation around COVID-19 continue to evolve. The Massachusetts Society of Optometrists (MSO) Executive Board is issuing the following guidance for optometrists in Massachusetts to align with Governor Baker's extension of the stay at home order.
The MSO strongly recommends optometrists practicing in the Commonwealth continue to close their offices to patients seeking elective and non-urgent care until May 18th as per the extension order. As always, it is expected that optometrists will continue to be available as needed for emergency management.

This is not guidance we are issuing lightly, and it is being done out of an abundance of caution during these turbulent times. As health care professionals, we all have a role to play in slowing the spread of the coronavirus and "flattening the curve" in order to follow sound scientific, public health advice, help limit infections and slow the spread of the virus.

We have formed a committee to gather information that will assist our members in re-opening their offices once the emergency order is lifted. Watch for our messaging and continue to monitor our website.

We are thinking of you, your employees and families during these difficult times.

Useful links:

OSHA Guidelines: https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3990.pdf

AOA Guidelines: https://www.aoa.org/coronavirus

CDC Guidelines: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-business-response.html

Summary of Families First Act:
https://appropriations.house.gov/sites/democrats.appropriations.house.gov/files/Families%20First%20Summary%20FINAL.pdf

AOA recording on billing and coding for telehealth: https://www.aoa.org/news/advocacy/aoa-secures-legislative-win-provides-direction-medicare-telehealth-services

New England College of Optometry
424 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02115
617-266-2030
www.neco.edu

Massachusetts State House

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences University
10 Lincoln Square
Worcester, MA 01608
508-890-8855
www.mcphs.edu

Massachusetts Optometry Board Approves IPL on August 21, 2019.
Please use the link below for the full announcement.
Massachusetts Optometry Board Approves IPL On August 21, 2019

BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN OPTOMETRY POLICY
ON THE USE OF IPL DEVICES BY OPTOMETRISTS

MSO MISSION
To advance the quality, availability and accessibility of eye, vision and related health care. The Massachusetts Society of Optometrists (MSO) represents the profession of optometry; assists its members in practicing successfully to the highest standards of patient care; promotes and supports full scope of practice; and enhances the professional lives of its members.