How Much Should an Eye Exam Cost?
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Routine Exam
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A routine eye exam can cost less than $50 given by an optometrist at a retail discount store offering optical services or more than $100 at an ophthalmologist. An optometrist is an eye doctor who has earned a Doctor of Optometry degree while an ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the eye.
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More Than Routine
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Lower cost eye exams may not include tests that are essential for maintaining eye health. Pupil dilation, glaucoma tests and other important exam elements should be included in your exam, but may not be. These tests may be done with added cost, so ask before you agree to the exam. If you are getting tested for contact lenses, your exam will be more extensive and will cost more than a routine exam.
Bottom Line
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Be sure you know what you're getting when it comes to an eye exam. Optometrist Jennifer Palombi writes in All About Vision: "Don't let monetary considerations keep you from getting an exam. Programs are available to help pay for eye care."
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