A comprehensive eye exam is what most people think of as their yearly checkup. It’s focused on your vision and overall eye health.
During this exam, we check how well you can see, update your glasses or contact lens prescription if needed, and screen for common eye conditions like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
These exams are usually covered by vision insurance and are part of your regular preventive care.
A medical eye exam is needed when you have a specific eye concern or a medical condition that affects your eyes.
This includes symptoms like eye pain, redness, sudden vision changes, dry eyes, infections, or monitoring chronic conditions like diabetes or glaucoma.
hese exams are billed to your medical insurance, not your vision plan.
Not Sure Which One You Need?
If you’re coming in for a general eye check or to update your prescription, a comprehensive exam is likely right. For discomfort or a diagnosed condition, go with a medical exam.