Ask what is included before comparing prices
Eye exam fees vary by provider, location, appointment type and the testing required. A routine comprehensive eye exam, a contact lens fitting and a visit for an eye-health concern are different services, so their costs may not be the same.
If you do not have vision insurance, you can still schedule care at Tatum Eyecare. Call our team for the current self-pay fee and an estimate based on the appointment you need. We will explain what we can before your visit rather than relying on a promotional price that may not reflect the full service.
Compare the complete service
A low advertised figure may describe only one portion of a visit. Ask whether refraction, eye-health evaluation, imaging, dilation or other testing is included and whether any purchase is required.
Routine exam or contact lens fitting?
A contact lens evaluation includes measurements and assessment beyond an eyeglass prescription. Ask whether it is scheduled and priced separately.
Routine vision or medical eye care?
An appointment prompted by symptoms or an eye-health condition may be handled differently from a routine vision exam. Tell the office why you are coming so it can help select the appropriate visit.
Consider value as well as price
The doctor’s time, clarity of the explanation, diagnostic resources, follow-up and optical support all contribute to the value of an eye-care visit.
At a glance
- Is refraction included in the quoted exam fee?
- Is a contact lens evaluation or fitting a separate service?
- Could retinal imaging, dilation or other diagnostic testing add to the cost?
- Does the advertised price require an eyewear purchase or other condition?
- How will the office handle an eye-health finding that needs medical care?
Good questions deserve clear answers.
Can I have an eye exam without vision insurance?
Yes. You can pay for eye care directly without a vision plan. Call Tatum Eyecare for the current self-pay fee and an estimate based on the appointment type you need.
Does the lowest advertised eye exam price include everything?
Not necessarily. Ask whether the quote includes refraction and the eye-health examination, and whether imaging, dilation, contact lens services or another purchase may affect the total.
Is a contact lens exam the same as an eyeglass exam?
No. Contact lens care requires additional evaluation of the lens design, fit and how it behaves on the eye, so it is commonly a separate service.