NovaVision, Inc. developed Vision Restoration Therapy to help stroke and head injury patients regain their vision, mobility, confidence, and quality of life. Learn the answers to frequently asked questions about the basics of vision rehabilitation, including how long the therapy takes, how it works, and more.
The first step is to call NovaVision Patient Services to verify your candidacy and to locate a prescribing doctor in your area. Once a neuro-ophthalmologist, ophthalmologist, optometrist, or neurologist has determined that you are a candidate for VRT and written a prescription, you will pay to start the therapy and a VRT device will be sent to your home. You will then complete a series of tests to evaluate your vision deficit. NovaVision then analyzes the test results to create and send you a customized therapy program. You may contact NovaVision by email or call us at 1.888.205.0800 to ask questions or request more information.
Vision Restoration Therapy is performed with a VRT device in the comfort of your home. During a 30-minute session, you will focus on a central point on the device screen and respond whenever you see a light stimulus appear. It is recommended to set up the device on a desk or table with a comfortable chair in a quiet, dimly lit room, free of distractions. NovaVision Patient Services is available to help you get started should you need assistance and can be reached by calling 1.888.205.0800. You will also be provided with helpful videos and instructions.
Generally it is recommended that patients complete 6 months of twice-daily therapy, however, everyone responds differently to therapy. After the initial 6 months of therapy the patient should be re-evaluated by their doctor to determine if it will be beneficial to continue therapy.
Since therapy is paid for on a monthly basis, the cost of treatment depends on how long the patient needs to perform therapy. Contact NovaVision for more details.
With proper documentation, a number of NovaVision’s patients have had success gaining insurance coverage for therapy from several carriers. This may take persistence, but may result in either full or partial reimbursement of the cost of your therapy. To submit a claim or an appeal, we recommend completing and sending the following information:
Call NovaVision for assistance in submitting a claim for consideration at 1.888.205.0800. You can download the steps for requesting coverage of VRT from your insurance provider by clicking below.
Once it is determined that you are a candidate for Vision Restoration Therapy you will take several tests on the VRT device that will map your area of visual impairment. From these initial tests NovaVision will determine the location of the borders of the visual deficit, and how to target them with therapy. Your therapy regimen will be updated regularly based on your progress and the status of your deficit.
NovaVision will continually monitor your deficit and your progress. After 5 months of treatment, it is recommended to meet with your doctor to determine if you should continue with therapy beyond the typical 6-month course. To learn more, please read the details of how VRT works.
