They cannot examine or test the eyes, or prescribe glasses or drugs. Opticians are licensed in 22 states and may have formal training. Traditionally, most opticians are trained on the job. They can prescribe medication and counsel patients, as well as perform diagnostic tests to determine if there are physical problems. Medicare will pay for a portion of both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric costs.
Psychologists counsel people through individual, group, or family therapy.
Medicare will pay for a portion of psychologists' counseling services when performed in connection with the services of a psychiatrist or other physician. In addition to giving medicine, administering treatments, and educating patients, R.N.'s also work in doctors' offices, clinics, and community health agencies. Medicare does not cover private duty nursing. It helps pay for general nursing services by reimbursing hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies for part of the nurses' salaries. They perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests, counsel patients, and develop treatment programs.