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Binghamton Eye Associates  

33 Mitchell Avenue  
Suite 207  
Binghamton,  NY  13903  
Phone: 607-723-7586
South Side Optical
607-773-2020
Fax: 607-723-1989  








Mission Statement


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Our mission is to provide the best quality eye care in an ethical and caring manner. To deliver the best care possible, it's imperative to keep abreast of developments in ophthalmology.

We will implement those developments, which are in the best interest of our patients and which are economically feasible.

Our Patients
We will be sensitive to our patients' needs and dedicated to their satisfaction. We will provide a professional yet caring environment. We will strive to see patients as promptly as possible. We will treat each patient with dignity, patience, and empathy.

Staff
Our practice is only as good as our staff. We are committed to having the best people in our office. We will achieve this goal through education, quality controls, and fair compensation. Each employee should look upon every other as his or her customer and not release any work product (chart, registration, super bill, etc.) unless it is completed to the highest standard possible. Also, fellow staff and patients should be treated proactively, with dignity, patience, and empathy. We are all working for a common goal. Each one of our employees has an important role in the success of our practice.

Doctors
Our doctors subscribe to the above principles.  They are active in the medical education of staff, patients, medical students, and resident physicians.  Ultimately, the success of the practice is a function of the number of patients seen by our doctors and the quality of care they receive.  The more smoothly and efficiently the practice runs, the more effectively the doctors can see patients.  Doctor productivity is enhanced by delegating those tasks not requiring a physician's expertise to appropriately trained staff.  Doctors maintain and enhance their skills by continuing education.  They join the rest of the practice in their commitment to excellence, integrity and patient care..




About Binghamton Eye Associates

Doctors

Dr. Meehan has been practicing ophthalmology in Binghamton since 1977. He is knowledgeable in the latest eye procedures. As an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, he instructs students in the State University of New York Clinical Campus program. Dr. Meehan has been certified in cataract and implant surgery by the American Board of Eye Surgery.

Dr. Herceg will be completing a Glaucoma Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in June of 2008 and will join our practice in August.  Dr. Herceg completed an Ophthalmology residency at SUNY Buffalo where he was Chief Resident for his Senior Year. 
 Dr. Herceg is a member of the American Board of Ophthalmology and a member of the
American Glaucoma Society.
 
Dr. Jessica Grace, our optometrist, is a graduate of Illinois College of Optometry and is licensed in therapeutic and diagnostic pharmaceuticals.  Dr. Grace joined our practice in 2007 and specializes in primary eye care and contact lenses.

Our Staff
The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology certifies our ophthalmic assistants. To keep their certifications current and their knowledge on the cutting edge, they regularly attend seminars accredited by the Joint Commission.

Courses to keep abreast of changes in the business aspect of medicine are attended by our business staff. It is part of our mission to have the best-educated staff possible.

Emergency Care
If you have an urgent problem, please call the office for instructions. Our phone number is 607-723-7586. The exchange will answer before and after regular hours. We provide emergency care 24 hours a day.

Surgery
Our surgical coordinator will review the procedure with you to be sure all your questions are answered. She will then make all the arrangements necessary to ensure that the surgical experience is a positive one.

Minor surgical procedures are performed in our office. Major procedures are performed at Binghamton General Hospital.

Insurance
We participate with most vision and health care plans in our area. Feel free to call the office for specific information.

Please be aware, however, that insurance programs frequently do not provide full coverage of medical fees. Certain services may not be covered by your particular plan. Therefore, direct any questions or complaints regarding your coverage to your insurance carrier.

As a courtesy, we do complete insurance forms for plans in which we are not participants. Payment is the patient's responsibility.

Billing
We appreciate payment at the time of service.  The cost of paper work and postage affect our fees.  We do participate in most insurance plans.  If you have insurance we will file a claim for you, although co-pays and coinsurance are expected at the time of service.  If you wish to arrange a payment plan, we will be happy to assist you.  Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover are accepted. 
 
Our billing staff is happy to assist you with any questions please call them at 607-723-3864.
 

South Side Optical
We are very proud of our optical department. We have an excellent selection of the most current styles at competitive prices. Please feel free to stop in to take a look. We are confident that our optician, Paul Lesko, will provide a style and fit to please any taste.

Confidentiality
Your medical record is strictly private. No information regarding your condition will be given to your employer, friends, or relatives without your written permission. The only exception to this is when required by law.

Patient Relations
These are best when based on mutual understanding. We make a special effort to explain everything to you regarding your condition, medicines, treatment, glasses, surgery, etc. If ever you have questions or a concern, do not hesitate to call.

Links

For additional information, you may click on the following links:

American Academy Of Ophthalmology

American Board of Eye Surgery

American Diabetes Association

American Journal of Ophthalmology

Association of Technical Personnel in Ophthalmology

Harvard Medical Schools Consumer Health Information

LASIK

Lighthouse International

Macular Degeneration Foundation, Inc.

National Eye Institute

United Health Services



 
John F. Meehan, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Michael C. Herceg, D.O. 
Jessica J. Grace, O.D.



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