Best Optometrist in Chicago, IL
Heallexa lists 25+ verified optometrist in Chicago, IL. Many practice at Northwestern Medicine or Rush University Medical. Compare credentials, listed insurance, and patient reviews side by side — free, no signup. Chicago has cold winters that drive seasonal-affective and respiratory-illness visits, which shapes how local optometrist structure their practice.
25 optometrist in Chicago
Onsite Health Partners, LLC
4.5Onsite Health Partners, LLC · Optometrist
2553 S Millard Ave(312) 788-8991Norwood Park Eye Center, LLC
4.5Norwood Park Eye Center, LLC · Optometrist
6107 N Northwest Hwy(773) 315-8372Kristen Marie Buskirk, OD
4.5Kristen Marie Buskirk · Optometrist
3241 S Michigan Ave Suite 1(312) 225-6200Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation
4.5Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation · Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist
259 E. Erie Street(312) 695-8150Raid Joseph Albatche, OD
4.5Raid Joseph Albatche · Optometrist
3500 W Peterson Ave Suite 401(773) 588-3090Industrial Optical Service Inc.
4.5Industrial Optical Service Inc. · Optometrist
1212 N Wells St(312) 664-2020
Optometrist in Chicago by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
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About finding an optometrist in Chicago
Chicago has optometrist practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics, including Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical, Advocate Health. When choosing an optometrist in Chicago, the three factors most patients care about are: insurance acceptance, distance from home or work, and patient reviews. Heallexa shows all three on every listing so you can compare without clicking back and forth.
Many Chicago optometrist list major insurance plans including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings reflect what providers have indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before booking. Out-of-network visits can cost 3–5× more than in-network ones.
Common questions about optometrist in Chicago
What should I ask an optometrist in Chicago before booking?+
Confirm three things: (1) they currently accept your specific insurance plan and network tier, (2) the office location and parking, and (3) typical wait times for new-patient visits. Providers tied to Northwestern Medicine often have shorter waits if you're already in-system.
Is telehealth available with Chicago optometrist?+
Many Chicago optometrist offer telehealth visits, especially for follow-ups, prescription refills, and consultations. Look for the telehealth badge on each profile.
How are these Chicago optometrist verified?+
Every listing on Heallexa is matched against NPI records and state license databases. Credentials, board certifications, and active license status are surfaced on each profile.
Is Heallexa free for patients in Chicago?+
Yes. Searching, comparing, and contacting Chicago optometrist on Heallexa is 100% free for patients. We don't charge booking fees or sell your search data.