The National Eye Institute (NEI) has developed materials you can use to promote the Medicare benefit that can help detect glaucoma and diabetic eye disease. People eligible for this benefit include:

Use the resources below to educate others about the Medicare benefit. You can also let other professionals know about the availability of the Medicare cards so they can use them in their community.

This promotional card was developed by the National Eye Institute with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to promote the glaucoma and diabetic eye disease benefits under Medicare. These colorful, two-sided cards include information about benefit eligibility and where to find more information. They can be distributed at health fairs, clinics, meal sites, senior centers, and other community locations.

Also available in Spanish: Tarjeta sobre los beneficios de Medicare: El Glaucoma y la Enfermedad Diabética del Ojo.

Let others know about the availability of the Medicare Benefit postcards! Use the following print public service announcements (PSAs) which can be downloaded for use in newspapers, newsletters, and other print and online publications. Low-resolution (150 DPI) files are appropriate for Web pages, while high-resolution (300 DPI) files are appropriate for professionally printed magazines and other publications.

Having a regular eye exam is the best way for people to protect themselves from vision loss or blindness due to glaucoma or diabetic eye disease. People at highest risk include:

Helps us promote the glaucoma and diabetic eye disease benefits under Medicare! Use the following print public service announcements (PSAs) which can be downloaded for use in newspapers, newsletters, and other print and online publications to let people know about the Medicare benefit. Low-resolution (150 DPI) files are appropriate for Web pages, while high-resolution (300 DPI) files are appropriate for professionally printed magazines and other publications.