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America’s Best Optometrist

148 Tunnel Rd Ste 100, Ste 100, Asheville, NC 28805-1818

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America’s Best Optometrist is an eye doctor and optical shop in Asheville, North Carolina, located at 148 Tunnel Rd Ste 100. Eye exams and an optical dispensary are both on site, so you can have your eyes checked and pick out frames in one visit. Listed services include glasses & frames, contact lenses, contact lens fitting and pediatric eye care. The practice is in network with 13 vision plans, including EyeMed, Davis Vision, Superior Vision and Spectera. 41 doctors are listed here, including Eileen Weitzel, OD, Kara Foster, OD and Robert Africano, OD. It is open 6 days a week, including Saturdays, with evening hours on weekdays. Walk-ins are accepted. Call (828) 318-0190 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.

Listing type
Optical · Optometrist
Address
148 Tunnel Rd Ste 100
Ste 100
Asheville, NC 28805-1818
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Phone
(828) 318-0190
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, ASL
Walk-ins
Accepted

Insurance accepted

✓ EyeMed ✓ Davis Vision ✓ Superior Vision ✓ Spectera / UnitedHealthcare ✓ Aetna Vision ✓ Humana Vision ✓ Humana Vision PLUS ✓ Humana Focus / Optimum / Advantage ✓ Humana Medicare Advantage ✓ Humana Medicare Supplement ✓ Superior Select ✓ Superior Select Midwest ✓ Superior Select Southwest
Self-reported by the practice. These details have not been confirmed yet. Vision plans and medical plans are billed differently — call ahead to confirm which side of your coverage applies to your visit.

Services offered

✓ Comprehensive eye exam
✓ Glasses & frames
✓ Contact lens fitting
✓ Pediatric eye care
✓ Sports & safety eyewear

Services not listed are not offered at this location.

Frame brands carried

This is a clinical practice with no retail optical. Your prescription can be filled at any optical shop — see shops in Asheville.

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Hours

Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.

Doctors at this practice

EW
Eileen Weitzel, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 1379 (NC)
KF
Kara Foster, OD
Female
Licence 2169 (NC)
RA
Robert Africano, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2449 (NC)
LT
Lloyd Tantum, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1356 (NC)
SS
Shawn Skinner, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English, ASL
Licence 2399 (NC)
WH
William Henderson, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1760 (NC)
JE
Joo Eun Choe, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence OPT002532 (NC)
KP
Kaajal Patel, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2299 (NC)
KR
Kara Ramsey, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2169 (NC)
EW
Eileen Walsh, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 1630 (NC)
SB
Susan Beachler, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 1253 (NC)
AS
Andrew Simpson, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2350 (NC)
JO
Jillian Okeefe, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2045 (NC)
SM
Scott Mcdonald, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1306 (NC)
SC
Samuel Cox, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1349 (NC)
JC
Juan Canizales, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English, Spanish
Licence 2129 (NC)
SP
Sneha Panchal, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2683 (NC)
BM
Brian Montgomery, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1669 (NC)
SP
Samantha Price, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
AK
Ali Khoshnevis, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
SC
Stephanie Corbin, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2487 (NC)
DG
Daniel Gordon, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2680 (NC)
MB
Miranda Beard, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2721 (NC)
AK
Agnieszka Krol, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
FB
Felix Barker, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2188 (NC)
JW
Joel Wynne, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1679 (NC)
MB
Michael Brown, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 1436 (NC)
NV
Nicolas Vu, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2612 (NC)
PM
Prital Mehta, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2732 (NC)
ED
Elizabeth Davis, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2605 (NC)
AM
April Madaris, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2158 (NC)
MS
Marquavia Stinson, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2627 (NC)
DY
Diana Yan, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2917 (NC)
VL
Victoria Lesiak, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2571 (NC)
BV
Barbara Van, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2771 (NC)
KH
Kyle Harada, OD
Optometrist
Male Speaks English
Licence 2620 (NC)
AW
Amber Wiggins, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2835 (NC)
JG
Julianne Grissom, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2752 (NC)
VM
Vanessa Mills, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 1958 (NC)
SJ
Shanelle Jenkins, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2574 (NC)
JY
Ji Young Ahn, OD
Optometrist
Female Speaks English
Licence 2802 (NC)

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Kennedy
Kennedy 3 months ago

In 30 years, this was one of the worst eye exams I've ever had. I was referred here by a coworker, so I'm glad it worked out for her, but my experience was very different. I HAVE used AB in the past, not this location, amd it was fine. What concerned me most was that there was no doctor on site and the exam is remote and this wasn't disclosed anywhere before my appointment. I only learned about it after I had already arrived and checked in. Throughout the exam, I felt like something wasn't right. I know my own vision, and I should have stopped the exam several times, but I was busy and really needed an updated prescription. Even the followup with the on-site tech was wrong. He said with the lenses I was using I should have 20/20. I said absolutely not, images were still fuzzy. He assured me there were corrections that would be made from his assessment and the doctors exam that would eventually result in. 20/20 with the final rx. Sigh. Unfortunately, the prescription I received was grossly incorrect, and I ultimately had to pay another eye doctor for a new exam and a corrected prescription. I understand that virtual exams may work well for some, but based on my experience, we can use all the tech we like, but an actual doctor needs to be on site for verification and final reviews.

Sandy K
Sandy K 2 months ago

The doctor is great. The folks that work here are very nice. I'm not sure they know how to fit progressive lenses. The first time returning it was an adjustment. Next they were remade but, no remeasuring. Next time I purchased a new frame and had them remade again. Funny thing is the right lens has been perfect every time. The left is still not correct. Last time was 6/12. I should go back but don't know that it will make any difference.

Priscilla Walker
Priscilla Walker 3 months ago

I have used them multiple times for me and my kids and they are great!! I got 2 pairs of glasses and an eye exam for under $100! I was so thankful. I originally just got the eye exam for 69 and they told me I could get the 2 pairs of glasses as long as I came back by a certain date. So after a week I came back and picked out 2 pairs. They were very nice and helpful! Thank you to Americas Best!

Ana Ruiz
Ana Ruiz 6 months ago

I have no idea why this America’s Best location is so underrated. My experience here was really great! And everything was pretty seamless, I was in and out of there in an hour and a half. I went for Contacts and Glasses Eye Exam. I booked online, and saw they only had afternoon appointments for the next day, but I called in the morning and they kindly moved my appointment to the morning. And yes, an actual person from the location answered. When I arrived I was greeted by Abby, the technician. Filled out some paperwork, because while I’ve used America’s Best before, it’s usually in Florida. And the went right in to the initial part of my exam with Abby a few minutes later. Abby was very kind and had a great demeanor. She was also thorough in her initial examination. I really appreciated her for that. She’s also quite fun to talk to. Then I saw the optometrist, Dr. Joel Wynne almost immediately after seeing Abby. Dr. Wynne is a man of few words. There’s not a lot of banter with him (or hardly any), but don’t let that fool you. He is probably one of the best optometrist I’ve gone to. He was absolutely thorough and strategic in the way he conducted his examination. He listened to my eye sight issues, and proceeded to address them completely. What is more he told me I didn’t even need to dilate my pupils! Saved me money, because he’s using a new machine that allowed him to check my eye health without dilation. And by the end of our consultation I did get a chuckle out of him, so I think he takes a while to warm up, but it’s there. At the end of the day, you’re not there to strike a chat, you’re there to make sure your eye sight is taken care off by a great professional in their field. No fuss, just great at what he does and proficient. Lastly, I spoke with Marcus to close out my experience after the Eye Exam. Marcus was very kind, patient, and pleasant to speak with. He walked me through all my option to get glasses and pay for my examination. He answered every question I have, and I am known for my questions. He was informed, and ready to help in any way I needed. It is to be noted that he also made me feel listened to, when I said that I needed my order like to be shipped to Florida. (I travel between states a lot). He assured me that it would be seamless and that I was able to get what I needed done. Overall, I had a fantastic experience here, and the team was a huge part of it. That’s not to forget saying that even the selections for budget glasses were too notch! So don’t be dissuaded by bad reviews here, this team definitely has it together! 😊

Anna O'Neill
Anna O'Neill 5 months ago

*****They don’t take one of the most popular vision insurances, VSP, and they don’t tell you till you have already had the exam so you have to pay full price even though you have vision insurance***other than that the wait is ridiculous, they don’t dialate eyes even though you sign a paper to do so, and the doctor is kind of condescending if youre there for a normal exam. So in conclusion this place is not worth it and run pretty terribly.

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