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The National Average for Gross Revenue at ECP Locations Decreased for the Month of September, Jobson’s Latest Practice Performance Tracker Shows

Vision Monday4d ago1 min read

NEWARK, N.J.—The national average for gross revenue at ECP locations decreased last month, September 2026, when compared with the previous month, at a rate of -8 index points. That places gross revenue at a level -2 index points below where it was at this point in time when compared with last year (September 2025), 12 points above the same period in 2024, 17 points above 2023, 20 points above 2022, 25 points above 2021, 30 points above 2020 and 50 points above 2019, according to Jobson’s most recent Practice Performance Tracker.

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AI Summary

Quick Take

National gross revenue for eye care practices saw a notable dip in September 2026, dropping 8 index points from the previous month. This performance also lags slightly behind the same period last year, marking a 2-point decrease compared to September 2025.

Why It Matters

While a month-over-month decline is evident, the long-term trajectory remains significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels, with revenue sitting 50 points above 2019 benchmarks. This suggests that while the immediate market may be experiencing seasonal volatility or a minor correction, the overall earning capacity of ECP locations has fundamentally shifted upward over the last several years. Practice owners should monitor whether this year-over-year dip indicates a broader economic softening or a localized stabilization after years of aggressive growth.

Key Details

Gross revenue decreased by 8 index points in September 2026 compared to August 2026.
Current revenue levels are 2 index points lower than they were during the same period in 2025.
Despite the recent dip, revenue remains 12 points higher than September 2024 and 17 points higher than September 2023.
Long-term data shows a substantial 50-point increase in gross revenue compared to the pre-pandemic baseline of September 2019.
The data is provided by Jobson’s Practice Performance Tracker, which monitors national averages across ECP locations.

Practice Implications

Practice owners should review their internal September data to see if their local performance mirrors this national 8-point slide. If revenue is trending below 2025 levels, it may be necessary to evaluate capture rates or patient recall efficiency to offset the slight year-over-year contraction.

Who's Affected

Practice OwnersOptometristsOphthalmologistsOptical Managers

What's Next

Future reports will clarify if this September slump is a one-month anomaly or the start of a downward trend heading into the final quarter. Stakeholders should watch for October data to see if the typical end-of-year insurance 'use it or lose it' rush provides a seasonal rebound.

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