Browse ophthalmologists in Oklahoma.
303
Ophthalmologists
100%
Accepting patients
79%
Most common: MD
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Oklahoma has 303 licensed ophthalmologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (79%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 11%.
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic Medicine train ophthalmologists in the state. Notable hospitals include OU Medical Center, INTEGRIS Baptist Medical Center, and Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa. Health systems such as INTEGRIS Health, OU Health, and SSM Health Oklahoma employ many of the state's ophthalmologists.
70% accept Medicare. Patients with SoonerCare should verify coverage directly, as not all ophthalmologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-87571, qhp-58944, and qhp-21333.
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Oklahoma has 303 licensed ophthalmologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of ophthalmologists in Oklahoma are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among ophthalmologists in Oklahoma include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-87571, qhp-58944, and qhp-21333. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. Cataract surgery costs $3,000 to $5,000 per eye. LASIK runs $2,000 to $3,000 per eye. Retinal imaging costs $50 to $200. Actual costs in Oklahoma depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Medical eye conditions (cataracts, glaucoma) are billed to medical insurance. Routine refraction for glasses is billed to vision insurance. LASIK is typically self-pay. Verify which insurance applies to your visit type.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Oklahoma has 303 ophthalmologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Oklahoma, 79% hold the MD credential and 11% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
70% of ophthalmologists in Oklahoma accept Medicare. Medicare covers eye exams for conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Cataract surgery is covered. Routine vision exams for glasses prescriptions are not covered under Original Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some ophthalmologists in Oklahoma accept SoonerCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers medically necessary eye care in all states. Coverage for routine vision exams and glasses varies by state. Children have broader coverage than adults. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm SoonerCare participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Oklahoma include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-87571, qhp-58944, and qhp-21333.
Medical insurance covers ophthalmology visits for eye diseases and conditions (glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye exams). Vision insurance covers routine refraction and glasses prescriptions. LASIK is typically not covered by either. Cataract surgery is covered by medical insurance. Verify in-network status and whether pre-authorization is needed for surgery or diagnostic imaging.