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The Diabetes EyeCare Program (DEP) promotes annual, dilated eye exams for people with diabetes.

Eligible diabetics for a referral through the program receive a comprehensive, medical eye exam and up to one year of treatment—at no out-of-pocket cost—for any disease diagnosed during the initial exam. Volunteer ophthalmologists accept Medicare and/or other insurance reimbursement as payment in full.

The Diabetic EyeCare Program is designed for people who:

• Are US citizens or legal residents
• Are age 65 and older
• Have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years
• Do not belong to an HMO or the VA

To determine if you, a family member or friend qualify contact SEP.