Let the patient know up front your optometry services are not primarily organized around contact lens fittings. This can eliminate the more time consuming fits from the beginning. Advise the patient to procure their contact lenses through an outside supplier having a good exchange policy. Give three possible suppliers to avoid conflict of interest problems. Practice super-professional care.
Sloppy work takes more chair time in the long run in fixing problems.
Include name, SSN, phone, date, refraction, CL trial parameters and final CL Rx dispensed as well as the type of disinfecting systems. Taking the time to create a simple CL record system will system pays off in future follow-up exams when previous records cannot be located. Ensure your procurement of contact lenses is in accordance with medical logistics guidelines.