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Archive > February, 2011 Vol. XII, No. 2

Hassle-Free Cataracts

Outsourcing your cases leaves the headaches to the professionals. You"re left with the profits.

Daniel Cook, Managing Editor

Cataract outsourcing companies charge a per-case fee that covers all you'll need to host procedures: a surgical microscope and phaco machine, lenses, disposables, handpieces and an experienced surgical tech. It's a great way to see if you can make the specialty float before committing capital dollars to bring it in-house. How many surgeons will you recruit? Will they bring in all the patients they promise? What will your actual case volume be? Whether you're looking to host a few cataract cases in a rural outpost or start a high-volume program, outsourcing companies can help you answer these critical questions while realizing profits with very little financial risk. Let's explore how.

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