How much is an eye exam?

A comprehensive eye exam is $139 and includes retinal imaging and OCT. A contact lens fitting is $79. Emergency exams are $120. Foreign body removal is $110 in addition to the emergency exam for a total of $230.

What are your business hours?

Our business hours are Mon–Tue 9am–6pm, Wed–Thu 11am–8pm, Fri 9am–5pm, and we are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

What insurances do you accept?

We accept VSP, EyeMed, or private pay only.

How long is my eyeglass prescription valid?

Your eyeglass prescription is valid for 1 year.

How long does an eye exam take?

Most comprehensive eye exams take 10–20 minutes. Contact lens fittings typically take an additional 5–10 minutes.

Yes, we provide pediatric eye exams starting at 4 years old and up.

When should I get an eye exam?

You should get an eye exam every year.

Hyperopia means near vision is blurrier than distance vision, caused by an eyeball that is too short.

Myopia means distance vision is blurrier than near vision, caused by an eyeball that is too long.

Floaters are particles moving inside the vitreous gel, appearing as black or gray spots or wiggly lines that move when the eye moves. Treatment may include VitreousHealth vitamins.

What should I do if I see sudden flashes or a big increase in floaters?

This may indicate a retinal tear or detachment. Seek same-day emergency evaluation.

What should I do if I wake up with a red, painful eye?

A red, painful eye may be due to infection, inflammation, or high eye pressure. Call our office immediately for an urgent evaluation.

My vision suddenly became blurry. What should I do?

A sudden change in vision can be serious. Schedule an urgent eye exam right away.

Why should I use blue light protection?

Blue light protection reduces digital eye strain and risks of macular degeneration. It must be used when looking at any screen.

Escondido Eyecare

Comprehensive Eye Examination

Without Vision Insurance

$139

Routine retinal imaging and OCT screening included with your comprehensive eye examination.

Actual examination room at Escondido Eyecare — Examination room

Retinal imaging and OCT equipment at Escondido Eyecare — Retinal imaging & OCT

Actual optical showroom at Escondido Eyecare — Optical showroom

Thoughtful care. Advanced technology.

Comprehensive evaluation

Personalized assessment of your vision, prescription, and eye health.

Imaging included

Routine retinal imaging and OCT screening are included at no additional charge.

Clear examination pricing

$139 for patients paying without vision insurance. No vision insurance is required to schedule.

Contact lens evaluations are an additional $79 when performed.
The $139 price applies to patients paying without vision insurance.

Without Vision Insurance

Thoughtful care. Advanced technology.

Comprehensive evaluation

Imaging included

Clear examination pricing

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