Absolutely abhorrent patient service. I called and told them my insurance, said I needed to figure out where it's being billed to because "They don't bill the insurance". So, I gathered all my info, called back and was told that they don't honor my insurance. Wasn't given a warning about them not working with certain insurances or anything. Would have been great not to waste my time as I already have an appointment somewhere else, but wanted my service to go to a private, smaller business. Guess I'll never step foot in here
Eyecare Eyewear Center
About
Eyecare Eyewear Center is an eye doctor and optical shop in Middletown, Pennsylvania, located at 1093 N Union St. Eye exams and an optical dispensary are both on site, so you can have your eyes checked and pick out frames in one visit. The practice is in network with 1 vision plan, including VSP. Care is provided by Walter R Guss, OD. The optical carries 36 frame brands. Walk-ins are accepted. Call (717) 944-4031 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.
- Listing type
- Optical · Optometrist
- Address
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1093 N Union St
Middletown, PA 17057
Get Directions - Phone
- (717) 944-4031
- Languages spoken
- English
- Walk-ins
- Accepted
Insurance accepted
Services offered
Services not listed are not offered at this location.
Frame brands carried
Brands on the floor as of the practice's last update. Stock varies — call for a specific model.
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Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.
Doctors at this practice
Reviews on Google 29
The staff for the most part was nice, the receptionist was all over the place and anxious. The lady who helped me with picking out my frames was extremely nice and helped me find something I liked, that i normally wouldn't have picked. The doctor was kinda rude, he kinda just said things that made no sense and was all over the place, he didn't even give me a proper contacts exam either, even tho i asked for it. From other patients i heard that the doctor canceled alot too.
This situation began on 10/2/25, when I had my eye exam here. Because my eyes were dilated, I did the best I could choosing glasses while my vision was impaired, which is important to note. After leaving the appointment, I nearly got into two accidents driving home because I could not see properly. I later learned I was supposed to be given protective shades after dilation, which I was not provided. This was concerning from a patient safety standpoint. I purchased the glasses that day for $300+ out of pocket, including an additional $40 insurance in case of scratches or damages. On 1/5/26, I returned because the glasses broke—a screw came loose, the arms fell off, and the frames were significantly bent. First visit to resolve the issue: To my surprise, no attempt was made to fix the frames. I was given a phone number to call, which later turned out to be incorrect. I was also told that if replacement frames were sent, the lenses could be swapped. Today, I returned twice. On the first visit, I brought frames I purchased myself on eBay to try to expedite the process. The secretary was polite and did attempt to help by popping the lenses out to check fit, but after determining they wouldn’t work, I was again given a phone number—and the lenses were not even put back in. I called, followed instructions, and went to LensCrafters in Harrisburg (5⭐️). Although they did not sell me the frames and did not involve my insurance (Davis), they reinserted the lenses, fastened the arm, and straightened the frames for free. The technician took time to review my coverage and told me that since I paid for additional insurance, the original provider should either repair the broken hinge or replace the frames under the one-year warranty. Reluctantly, I returned again. Once more, I was told this was not their responsibility and that I would need to deal with my insurance. I explained that someone who never received a dollar from me—or my insurance—helped me in under five minutes, and that at minimum, that level of assistance could have been offered instead of sending me back and forth. While the staff was mostly polite, the lack of ownership, follow-through, and basic care over multiple visits was frustrating. When a business sells the frames, the insurance, and the service, some level of basic support and patient safety should be expected. I left peacefully—but extremely disappointed.
Horrible experience here. I called multiple times to confirm this place was open and no one answered yet it said this place was open on Google and Google Maps. Then I had to order an uber to come to the place only for the door sign to say they’re closed.if you guys are closed why wouldn’t you update your business hours on Google or had the phone answering machine say you’re closed. That just wasted my money getting here and it’s just highly unprofessional
They are great, took the time to be patient with me and really helped find the frame that fits best for me and lens that help my vision the most. Thank you for the great service!
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