Browse opticians in Montana.
82
Opticians
100%
Accepting patients
10%
Most common: ABOC
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Montana has 82 licensed opticians, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is ABOC (10%). OPTICIAN is the second most common at 10%.
University of Washington School of Medicine - WWAMI Montana Track and Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Montana Campus train opticians in the state. Notable hospitals include Billings Clinic Hospital, St. Patrick Hospital - Missoula, and Benefis Health System - Great Falls. Health systems such as Billings Clinic, SCL Health Montana (Intermountain Health), and Providence Montana employ many of the state's opticians.
Patients with Montana Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all opticians participate.
Montana faces significant rural healthcare access challenges due to its low population density, with some residents driving over 100 miles to reach a hospital.
Montana has 82 licensed opticians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of opticians in Montana are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Glasses with insurance are $0 to $100 copay after frame allowance. Glasses without insurance cost $100 to $600+. A contact lens fitting costs $50 to $200. Progressive lenses are $150 to $500 upgrade. Anti-reflective coating is $50 to $150 upgrade. Actual costs in Montana depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Vision insurance frame allowances ($100-$200) rarely cover premium frames. Ask the optician about budget-friendly options or use your allowance for quality lenses with a simpler frame. FSA/HSA funds cover glasses and contacts.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Montana has 82 opticians. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
Some opticians in Montana accept Montana Medicaid, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers eyeglasses for children in all states. Adult vision coverage varies by state. Where covered, a basic frame and lenses are typically included. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Montana Medicaid participation before scheduling.
You visit an optician when getting new glasses or contacts (typically once per year after your eye exam). Adjustment and repair visits can be done anytime. No appointment is needed for minor adjustments. With 82 opticians in Montana, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Opticians in the area may have trained at University of Washington School of Medicine - WWAMI Montana Track, and Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Montana Campus. Graduates of local programs often stay in the area to practice.
Major hospitals in the area include Billings Clinic Hospital, St. Patrick Hospital - Missoula, and Benefis Health System - Great Falls. Many opticians maintain hospital affiliations for procedures or consultations that require a hospital setting. Contact the hospital directly or check provider profiles on FindClarity for affiliation details.
Vision insurance covers eyeglasses with a frame allowance and lens benefit, typically once per year. Common vision plans (VSP, EyeMed) provide $100 to $200 toward frames and cover standard lenses with copays for upgrades. Contact lens coverage is usually either a fitting fee plus allowance or a materials allowance. FSA and HSA funds can be used for glasses and contacts. If you do not have vision insurance, online retailers and warehouse clubs offer competitive pricing. Medical insurance (not vision) covers glasses after cataract surgery.