Table 4.
Provider Perspectives on Patient Nonadherence to Dilated Eye Examinations
Barrier | Provider response, N (N = 18) |
---|---|
Patient lack of education | 13 |
Diabetic patients deal with a lot | 12 |
If nothing seems wrong, won't get test | 11 |
Less knowledge of eye problems | 9 |
Lack of understanding of benefits | 8 |
Out-of-pocket costs | 8 |
Fear of finding something wrong | 7 |
Language and communication issues | 5 |