The AcrySof® IQ Toric lens takes precise astigmatism correction to the next level, with the enhanced image quality of an aspheric lens. We asked industry leaders about the potential impact of an aspheric toric lens, and how IOL innovation will shape the future of cataract surgery.
What are the surgical benefits of an aspheric toric lens like AcrySof® IQ Toric?
Samuel Masket, MD
Biography
Advanced Vision Care
Los Angeles, California
Samuel Masket, MD has practiced ophthalmic surgery since 1977. While maintaining a very active practice, Dr. Masket is also heavily involved in clinical research, academics, and the teaching of eye surgery.
Dr. Masket has published extensively on eye surgery and serves on the editorial boards of several journals and is the Consultation Section editor of the Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He recently published a textbook, The Atlas of Cataract Surgery, regarding the current state of cataract and related surgery.
Given what we understand about human spherical aberration, the use of aspheric IOLs is clearly a no-brainer. I am very pleased that we can offer the improved vision quality associated with aspheric optics to those patients who require toric IOLs for correction of astigmatism.
What qualities are most important to you in a toric lens? How does asphericity fit into those needs?
New Technology Intraocular Lens (NTIOL) is a status given to lenses that provide patients with improved technology and new clinical benefits. As a member of the “Reduced Spherical Aberration” category established by CMS on February 27, 2006, Alcon’s AcrySof® IQ Toric IOL recently received NTIOL status.
Ambulatory Surgery Centers are eligible to receive a payment adjustment of an additional $50 when AcrySof® IQ Toric is used in cataract surgery on a Medicare beneficiary. This additional payment is effective through February 27, 2011.
Alcon is proud to develop the innovations that help shape the future of cataract surgery.
For more information, contact Alcon Reimbursement Services.
For more information on CMS and NTIOL, visit the CMS NTIOL Payment Page.
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As part of the INTREPID® Micro-Coaxial System, AcrySof® IOLs offer advanced optics on a proven platform, to provide excellent ease of implantation and proven patient benefits.