Eye Care Institute in Killeen Texas is "your doctor who cares how you see life." Dr. John Esters has over 30 years Experience and is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist. He performs general eye exams for all ages using state of the art technology. Dr. Esters has two locations - one in Killeen, and one in Lampasas. Eye Care Institute specializes in eye surgeries, No Stitch Cataracts, Glaucoma, Eyelid surgery, Diabetic eye care, Eye Care Institute also has a full in-house optical department. You can choose your type of frames, lenses, or contacts with the help of our knowledgeable staff. We carry brands such as Essilor, Zeiss, and Varilux, plus many others. You can trust your sight to Dr. Esters and his staff. Call today for an appointment for you and your family. You will be glad that you did.
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01/22/2014

I would not trust my vision needs to anyone else.

I have had vision problems my entire military career and was misdiagnosed. Dr. Esters gave me the proper diagnosis and and save my vision.

01/22/2014

I would not trust my vision needs to anyone else.

I have had vision problems my entire military career and was misdiagnosed. Dr. Esters gave me the proper diagnosis and and save my vision.

05/01/2013

They will scam you and try to file under your medical insurance

My appointment was on 3/28 and I should have know something was off when my appointment was 1:15, but they didn't return from lunch until1;00. I waited 30 minutes and was finally seen by the tech. When Dr. Estes finally came in, he really didin't have a great bed side matter, but sometimes those are the best doctors, the one without great bedside matter. After my examination the receptionist asked for medical insurance, now mind you I have vision insurance and I was taken back when she asked because she asked at the begining of the appointment, but I didn't understand why when I have vision insurance. They receptiontist informed me the doctor "suspects" you having Glaucoma. I asked do I have it, they said no, they said the doctor mentioned it's possible I might get it. Well, it's possible I could get cancer, or it's possible I could get pregnant, after having a conversation with the office manager for over 20 minutes she basically told me my vision is not going to pay the claim, because they would submit my claim as medically procedure. I paid my co pay and went immidiately home and contacted my vision iinsurance company. Dr. Estes office must have known I would call them, becuase the time I got home and called my vision insurance they had already called. That sure seemed sneaky to me, but anyway my insurance company was behind and i was not out any money. Now let's fast forward to today, I called and asked for a copy of my eye prescription, they have refused to give my prescription so I've made another appointment with my regular Optometrist and will gladly pay for an eye exam, just so I don't have to go back to Eye Care Institute. As as matter fact, I'm going to contact my congress man about their business practices, I'm not sure if they are trying to run a scam by reporting eye examination under medical visit to get paid more or not, but something is not right this office.

05/01/2013

They will scam you and try to file under your medical insurance

My appointment was on 3/28 and I should have know something was off when my appointment was 1:15, but they didn't return from lunch until1;00. I waited 30 minutes and was finally seen by the tech. When Dr. Estes finally came in, he really didin't have a great bed side matter, but sometimes those are the best doctors, the one without great bedside matter. After my examination the receptionist asked for medical insurance, now mind you I have vision insurance and I was taken back when she asked because she asked at the begining of the appointment, but I didn't understand why when I have vision insurance. They receptiontist informed me the doctor "suspects" you having Glaucoma. I asked do I have it, they said no, they said the doctor mentioned it's possible I might get it. Well, it's possible I could get cancer, or it's possible I could get pregnant, after having a conversation with the office manager for over 20 minutes she basically told me my vision is not going to pay the claim, because they would submit my claim as medically procedure. I paid my co pay and went immidiately home and contacted my vision iinsurance company. Dr. Estes office must have known I would call them, becuase the time I got home and called my vision insurance they had already called. That sure seemed sneaky to me, but anyway my insurance company was behind and i was not out any money. Now let's fast forward to today, I called and asked for a copy of my eye prescription, they have refused to give my prescription so I've made another appointment with my regular Optometrist and will gladly pay for an eye exam, just so I don't have to go back to Eye Care Institute. As as matter fact, I'm going to contact my congress man about their business practices, I'm not sure if they are trying to run a scam by reporting eye examination under medical visit to get paid more or not, but something is not right this office.

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You have a choice in who cares for your eyes.

BBB Rating
A+
BBB Rating and Accreditation information may be delayed up to a week.
Hours
Regular Hours
Mon - Thu:
Fri:
Sat - SunClosed
Services/Products
  • Macular Edema Treatment
  • Glaucoma Specialist
  • Surgery
  • Eye Injuries
  • Pediatric Eye Care
  • Eye Trauma
  • Glaucoma Testing
  • Geriatric Ophthalmology
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Prescription Sunglasses
Brands
Essilor, Varilux, Zeiss
Payment method
cash, debit, amex, discover, master card, visa, check
Accreditation

A Link. Ophthamology News and Events

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Categories
Physicians & Surgeons, Ophthalmology, Optical Goods
Other Information

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