Question 1

Where is Puget Sound Eye Care located?

Accepted Answer

Puget Sound Eye Care has two locations: 2501 N 45th Street in Wallingford, Seattle (98103), and 12402 SE 38th St Suite 203 in Eastgate, Bellevue (98006). Seattle phone: (206) 526-5222. Bellevue phone: (425) 454-0200.

Question 2

Does Puget Sound Eye Care take VSP insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Puget Sound Eye Care accepts VSP, Premera, Regence, Kaiser Permanente, EyeMed, Aetna, BCBS, MetLife, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Call (206) 526-5222 for coverage verification or use the insurance check on our insurance page.

Question 3

Who are the doctors at Puget Sound Eye Care?

Accepted Answer

Five doctors: Dr. Matt Carlson OD (pediatric, strabismus, myopia control), Dr. Melvin Carlson MD (founder, semi-retired), Dr. Curtis Ono OD, Dr. Jennifer Andrews OD, and Dr. John Tran OD. Founded by Dr. Melvin Carlson in 1978, now led by his son Dr. Matt.

Question 4

What is the myopia control program at Puget Sound Eye Care?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Matt Carlson runs a structured myopia control program using MiSight daily-disposable contact lenses, overnight Ortho-K lenses, and Stellest spectacle lenses. Treatment is chosen based on the child's axial length, age, and lifestyle. Annual program cost is $1,500–$4,000.

Question 5

What are Puget Sound Eye Care's hours?

Accepted Answer

Seattle (Wallingford): Monday–Friday 8am–6pm, Saturday 8am–3pm. Bellevue (Eastgate): Monday–Friday 8am–5:30pm, Saturday by appointment. Closed Sundays.

Question 6

Can I book an appointment online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the appointment form at /book to request an appointment at either location. You'll receive confirmation within one business day. You can also call (206) 526-5222 (Seattle) or (425) 454-0200 (Bellevue) directly.

Question 7

What is Optical Solutions at Puget Sound Eye Care?

Accepted Answer

Optical Solutions is the in-house dispensary at both Puget Sound Eye Care locations, offering curated eyeglass frames selected by the doctors who fit them. Follow @psec_os on Instagram for new frame arrivals.

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