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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Columbia, MD by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is LasikPlus with a 5.0-star rating from 3,085 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Columbia Eye Care and Professional Vision. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Columbia is 4.5 stars from 482 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Columbia: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Optometrists
LasikPlus
10025 Governor Warfield Pkwy Ste 103, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Columbia Eye Care
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 1005-B, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Professional Vision
8450 Baltimore National Pike Ste 155, Ellicott City, MD 21043, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Columbia, MD
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | LasikPlus10025 Governor Warfield Pkwy Ste 103, Columbia, MD 21044, USA | 5.0★ | 3,085 |
| #2 | Columbia Eye Care10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 1005-B, Columbia, MD 21044, USA | 4.9★ | 848 |
| #3 | Professional Vision8450 Baltimore National Pike Ste 155, Ellicott City, MD 21043, USA | 4.8★ | 736 |
| #4 | Columbia Eye Associates - Columbia10015 Old Columbia Rd j135, Columbia, MD 21046, USA | 4.2★ | 67 |
| #5 | Dr. Jan Eye Care inside Costco6675 Marie Curie Dr, Elkridge, MD 21075, USA | 4.9★ | 585 |
| #6 | Eagle Eye Care5500 Knoll N Dr #410, Columbia, MD 21045, USA | 4.9★ | 447 |
| #7 | Eye Associates9841 Broken Land Pkwy suite 107, Columbia, MD 21046, USA | 4.2★ | 144 |
| #8 | Doctors of Optometry - Macy's - Columbia Mall10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste Hc, Columbia, MD 21044, USA | 4.8★ | 125 |
| #9 | Pearle Vision10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Space 1625, Columbia, MD 21044, USA | 4.7★ | 306 |
| #10 | Dr. Kien Lam6111 Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD 21045, USA | 4.9★ | 175 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Columbia
Columbia Eye Associates - Columbia
10015 Old Columbia Rd j135, Columbia, MD 21046, USA
Dr. Jan Eye Care inside Costco
6675 Marie Curie Dr, Elkridge, MD 21075, USA
Eagle Eye Care
5500 Knoll N Dr #410, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
Eye Associates
9841 Broken Land Pkwy suite 107, Columbia, MD 21046, USA
Doctors of Optometry - Macy's - Columbia Mall
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste Hc, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Pearle Vision
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Space 1625, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Dr. Kien Lam
6111 Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
Visionworks Columbia Crossing
6250 Columbia Crossing Cir Suite K, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
MyEyeDr.
6455 Dobbin Rd Suite 47, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
Physicians Eye Care Center
11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine Columbia, MD
Medical Pavilion at Howard County, 10710 Charter Drive, Suite #310, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Goel Vision
8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy Suite 101, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
Ellicott City Vision
9170 MD-108 Suite 202, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
revolutionEYES
6230 Old Dobbin Ln #190, Columbia, MD 21045, USA
LensCrafters
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 1005-B, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Warby Parker Mall in Columbia
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Pearle Vision Doctors of Optometry - The Mall In Columbia
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Spc 1625, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Columbia
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Columbia?
An optometrist (OD) performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and treats common eye conditions. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who can perform surgery (LASIK, cataract removal, glaucoma treatment) and manages complex eye diseases. For routine vision care and glasses, an optometrist is appropriate and typically less expensive.
Does my vision insurance cover an optometrist visit in Columbia?
VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, and Humana Vision are the major plans. Most cover one comprehensive eye exam per year with a $10–$25 copay, plus an allowance for frames ($130–$200) and lenses. Without vision insurance, a comprehensive exam in Columbia typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Columbia?
Frames typically range $50–$400+. Lenses add $50–$500+ depending on your prescription, lens material (polycarbonate, high-index), and coatings (anti-reflective, blue-light, photochromic). Many independent optometrists in Columbia can match online retailer pricing if you ask. Warby Parker, Costco Optical, and Zenni (online) typically offer lower prices on frames.
How often should I get an eye exam in MD?
Adults ages 18–60 with no vision problems or risk factors: every 1–2 years. Adults 61+: annually. Children: first exam by age 1 per the American Optometric Association, again at age 3, before starting school, and then annually. Anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high myopia, or family history of eye disease should be seen annually regardless of age.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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