My optometrist for the last decade (whom I love) sadly does not take my new vision insurance.
After searching through the available providers, I liked this office has more extended hours...so I decided to give them a try.
When I called to schedule my appointment, the lady I spoke with was an absolute delight. (Shame on me for not noting her name!) She reminded me of the ladies I have come to love at my former optometrist's office, so we were off to a good start. She was able to schedule a same day appointment for late in the afternoon.
The surrounding construction made it near impossible to park at this building, but that's not Eyecare Plus' fault. In fact, the new bridge has been built literally in front of this business where one cannot directly access it from Memorial. I parked in a back lot across a road and walked, dodging pavement pounders/rollers/whatever-else-those-road-things-are along the way. Although, this will be somewhat fixed as time drones on....
I completed their patient information form in advance, and brought it with me to save some time - much to the delight of the office staff.
I waited less than 10 minutes before we started the usual routine stuff. Ya know...air puffs in your eye holes that make you jump regardless of how much you remind yourself of what's coming, the photo machine that saves you from dilation (yeah, totally love that thing in lieu of), and the classic hot air balloon/"I'm seeing green shadows!" machine.
The tech that administered my tests was super sweet; heck, she seemed almost nervous. Nevertheless, she did a great job explaining my options insurance wise, as well as what to expect on each part of the diagnostic testing.
After a few more classic eye tests with the tech, my exam and results review with the doc commenced.
I really like Dr. Biehler! I've had some interesting medical history in the last year, and she appeared genuinely interested with her questions and recommendations.
After my appointment, I started looking at frames with the help from another staff member (Mary?). She was helpful in trying to help me find the right pair in style and size -- occasionally pulling frames from the "stash" underneath the frame display.
Unfortunately, this is where I feel I settled. My initial concern was cost, but when I couldn't find very many frames I liked, I no longer cared about price - it was more of just finding something I liked at all.
The frames I ultimately picked are good in their style and in how they fit my small face. However, I don't care for the color at all. There were not any others to choose from in that style, so I was kinda, well...stuck. Yes, I realize I didn't have to purchase my glasses here, but I just wanted to be done with the process.
This location has a lab onsite, and I was advised my new glasses will be ready in 3-5 business days. So stayed tuned for Part 2.... read more