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[ June 18, 2026 ] PECAA Gives Donates Record Contribution to San Diego Nonprofit PECAA Community
[ May 27, 2026 ] Annual Meeting Draws Record Number of Attendees PECAA Community

The Coding Coach: Reducing Denials and a Practical look at NCCI Edits

August 5, 2026

Claim denials related to National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits remain one of the most common and preventable challenges in optometric billing. They are often driven by incorrect code combinations, misuse of modifiers or insufficient […]

Podcast: The Power of Private Label, a Three-Part Series

July 17, 2026

The latest Practice Advantage Podcast episode hosted by Chief Member Experience Officer Justin Manning, OD, MPH, FAAO, features Jennifer Palombi, Director of Professional Affairs at CooperVision. As the first in a three-part series on the benefits of private label products […]

Blog: How AI Benefits An Eye Care Practice

July 1, 2026

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept reserved for large practices or tech‑forward organizations — independent eye care practices are finding practical, everyday applications for the technology that are enhancing all aspects of […]

Cold Start: What to Charge in Your Practice

June 18, 2026

When you consider the initial investment cost of starting your own optometry practice combined with factors like insurance reimbursements, it’s important to be strategic when setting the fees you charge for professional services and optical […]

PECAA Classifieds Connect Member Practices With New Graduates

June 5, 2026

PECAA Max member practices and new graduates within the PECAA Propel program interested in joining a private practice are invited to take advantage of PECAA Classifieds, your marketplace to post and find career opportunities. New […]

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Podcast: Put AI to Work in Your Practice

June 4, 2026

In this episode of PECAA’s Practice Advantage podcast, host and PECAA Chief Member Experience Officer Justin Manning, OD, MPH, FAAO, sits down with Will Flanagan, Head of Programs and Partnerships at VSP’s Global Innovation Center […]

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Optical Insights: Q1

May 18, 2026

An optical represents the single largest source of profit in a practice, particularly for those that optimize capture rates and a diverse product mix. To help equip your practice for the future ahead and support […]

Register for PECAA A/Eye Certification Course

May 18, 2026

PECAA’s “A/Eye Certification Course: Intelligent Tools for Private Practice” is now open for registration with classes beginning July 9. Comprised of six sessions and offering six COPE-accredited hours, the course covers essential topics including AI […]

Master Billing and Coding

February 12, 2026

Billing and coding play a major role in revenue cycle management, but practices can easily run into roadblocks that hinder financial success, from medical billing confusion to trouble navigating Medicare and other insurance plans, as well as […]

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New and Updated PECAA Max Benefits

January 23, 2026

PECAA, in cooperation with VSP Vision™, is thrilled to announce new and expanded benefits for PECAA Max members – at no additional cost! These enhancements are designed to simplify education and ease the challenge of […]