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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Lakeside, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Lakeside Eyecare Optometry with a 5.0-star rating from 171 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Butler Kim J OD and America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Lakeside is 4.5 stars from 222 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Lakeside: 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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Lakeside Eyecare Optometry
9710 Winter Gdns Blvd Suite A, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Lakeside, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Lakeside Eyecare Optometry9710 Winter Gdns Blvd Suite A, Lakeside, CA 92040, USA | 5.0★ | 171 |
| #2 | Butler Kim J OD4902, 1273 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | 4.4★ | 38 |
| #3 | America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses352 N 2nd St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | 4.3★ | 151 |
| #4 | Total Vision El Cajon1093 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA | 3.8★ | 54 |
| #5 | Target Optical9846 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 4.8★ | 88 |
| #6 | Dr. Monvelea Makor9846 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 5.0★ | 471 |
| #7 | Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee8701 Cuyamaca St, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 3.9★ | 82 |
| #8 | Jennifer N. Tam, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 5.0★ | 258 |
| #9 | Allison D. Pierce, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA | 5.0★ | 272 |
| #10 | Iris Bright Optometry, provider of Eyexam of CA539 Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA | 4.9★ | 178 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Lakeside
Jennifer N. Tam, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee
8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Allison D. Pierce, OD - Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee
8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Iris Bright Optometry, provider of Eyexam of CA
539 Parkway Plaza, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
Sharp Rees-Stealy Santee Optical Shop
8701 Cuyamaca St Floor 3, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Santee Vision Care Center Optometry
9727 Mission Gorge Rd, Santee, CA 92071, USA
True North Eyecare Optometry
Located Inside the Santee Costco, 101 Town Center Pkwy, Santee, CA 92071, USA
American Eye Associates and California Retina Associates
231 W Main St First Floor, El Cajon, CA 92020, USA
Santee Family Optometry
9349 Mission Gorge Rd #114, Santee, CA 92071, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Lakeside
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Lakeside?
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 Lakeside?
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 Lakeside typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Lakeside?
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 Lakeside 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 CA?
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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