Short answer
It focuses on the retina and requires dilation or retinal imaging. A basic vision screening isn’t enough.
USA Diabetic Eye Exam: Quick Facts
- Type 2 diabetes
- First exam at diagnosis
- Type 1 diabetes
- Within 5 years of diagnosis
- Frequency
- Yearly (1–2 years if low risk)
- Key tests
- Dilated retinal exam, imaging, OCT
- Medicare
- Part B covers once a year
- Billing
- Usually medical insurance
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