Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography: Practical Usefulness

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to highlight the practical usefulness of optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA) in the management of a spectrum of retinal diseases and support it as a reimbursable diagnostic tool by third-party payers. Methods: Case presentations are discussed. Results: Noninvasive OCTA provides information to guide clinical decision making, prognosis, and treatment response across a wide variety of retinal disorders. Conclusions: OCTA is able to detect ischemic and neovascular processes in numerous retinal diseases and is valuable for diagnosis and treatment. OCTA is able to meet all the criteria required for reimbursement of a new diagnostic test and should be considered by payers as a necessary test when indicated.