Best Pediatric Optometrist in Miami, FL
Finding the right pediatric optometrist in Miami means weighing insurance coverage, distance, and bedside manner. Miami has year-round UV exposure and a large bilingual patient population, which shapes how local pediatric optometrist structure their practice. The metro has a strong bench of pediatric optometrist — 3 pediatric optometrist are listed below. Many practice at Baptist Health South Florida or Jackson Health System.
3 pediatric optometrist in Miami
Pauline Kolker Buck, OD
4.5Pauline Kolker Buck · Pediatric Optometrist
4770 Biscayne Blvd(305) 576-5338Pauline Kolker Buck, OD
4.5Pauline Kolker Buck · Pediatric Optometrist
4770 Biscayne Blvd(305) 576-5338Tharanie Amarawardana, OD
4.5Tharanie Amarawardana · Pediatric Optometrist
1846 SW 8Th St(305) 643-1010
Pediatric Optometrist in Miami by insurance
These providers list this insurance as accepted, but coverage should be confirmed directly with the provider before booking.
Pediatric Optometrist in nearby cities
Same specialty in cities near Miami — useful if your insurance network extends across the FL metro.
About finding a pediatric optometrist in Miami
Miami has pediatric optometrist practicing across hospital systems, group practices, and independent clinics, including Baptist Health South Florida, Jackson Health System, University of Miami Health. When choosing a pediatric optometrist in Miami, 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 Miami pediatric 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 pediatric optometrist in Miami
What should I ask a pediatric optometrist in Miami 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 Baptist Health South Florida often have shorter waits if you're already in-system.
Is telehealth available with Miami pediatric optometrist?+
Many Miami pediatric optometrist offer telehealth visits, especially for follow-ups, prescription refills, and consultations. Look for the telehealth badge on each profile.
How are these Miami pediatric 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 Miami?+
Yes. Searching, comparing, and contacting Miami pediatric optometrist on Heallexa is 100% free for patients. We don't charge booking fees or sell your search data.