Best Optometrist in New York, NY
Finding the right optometrist in New York means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. New York has dense urban living, long commutes, and broad insurance-network variation borough to borough, which shapes how local optometrist structure their practice. The metro has a deep bench of optometrist — 20+ verified optometrist are listed below. Many practice at NYU Langone or Mount Sinai.
20 optometrist in New York
Alan B Schlussel, OD
4.5Alan B Schlussel · Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist
200 E 33Rd St(212) 683-2004Christy Ann Sell, OD
4.5Christy Ann Sell · Low Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist
33 W 42Nd St(212) 938-4001David Libassi, OD
4.5David Libassi · Corneal and Contact Management Optometrist
33 W 42Nd St(212) 780-4950
Optometrist in New York by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Optometrist in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near New York — useful if your insurance network extends across the NY metro.
About finding an optometrist in New York
New York has optometrist practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics, including NYU Langone, Mount Sinai, NewYork-Presbyterian. When choosing an optometrist in New York, 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 New York 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 New York
How much does a visit to an optometrist cost in New York?+
In-network optometrist in New York typically run $150–$400 for an initial visit before insurance. Out-of-network rates can be 3–5× higher. Use the insurance filter above to see New York optometrist who list your specific plan, and confirm acceptance directly with the office before booking.
Are New York optometrist accepting new patients?+
Most New York listings indicate new-patient status on the profile. Wait times vary by specialty and insurance; calling the office directly is the fastest way to confirm same-week availability.
Which insurance plans do New York optometrist list?+
Major plans in NY include Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Humana, and Medicare. Listings show plans the provider has indicated they accept — always confirm in-network status directly with the office before your appointment.
Do I need a referral to see an optometrist in New York?+
Most PPO plans in NY allow direct booking. HMO and many Medicare Advantage plans require a primary-care referral first. Confirm with your insurer or the office before booking.