DIABETES + HYPERTENSION · AVENTURA, FL
Diabetic and Hypertension Eye Exams in Aventura
Diabetes and high blood pressure can damage the blood vessels inside your eyes long before you notice any change in vision. A yearly medical eye exam catches it early, while it can still be treated.
- 4.9★ · 265+ Google reviews
- Mon–Fri 9–5 · Sat 9–2
- Most insurance accepted
- Se habla español
Yearly
Recommended eye exam for everyone with diabetes
No drops
Retinal imaging usually without dilation
Report
Results sent to your physician
1973
Caring for Aventura families since
What we look for
These conditions often start without symptoms. Imaging lets us see them — and track them — before they affect your sight.
Diabetic retinopathy
Damaged retinal blood vessels that leak or bleed, the leading cause of vision loss in working-age adults.
Diabetic macular edema
Swelling in the center of the retina that blurs reading and fine detail.
Hypertensive retinopathy
Narrowed or leaking vessels caused by high blood pressure.
Retinal vein occlusion
A blocked retinal vein that can cause sudden blurred vision in one eye.
Glaucoma
Diabetes raises glaucoma risk, so we check pressure and the optic nerve every visit.
Early cataracts
Cataracts tend to form earlier with diabetes. We grade and track them.
WHY IT MATTERS
Your eyes show what blood tests can't
The retina is the only place in the body where a doctor can look directly at blood vessels. Changes there reflect how diabetes and blood pressure are affecting you, and catching them early means treatment can protect your sight. We send a report to your primary care doctor or endocrinologist so everyone on your care team sees the same picture.
- Digital retinal photos compared year to year
- OCT scan for swelling in the macula when needed
- Eye pressure and optic nerve checked for glaucoma
- Written report sent to your physician
YOUR VISIT
What happens at a diabetic eye exam
About 30–45 minutes. Bring your glasses, a list of your medications and your latest A1C if you have it.
Health history
We note your diabetes type, A1C, blood pressure and medications, and any changes you've noticed.
Imaging
Digital retinal photos and, when needed, an OCT scan — usually without dilating drops.
Exam with Dr. Bollar
Vision, prescription, eye pressure and a close look at the retina and optic nerve, with images shown to you.
Report and follow-up
A report to your physician, and a referral to a retina specialist if treatment is needed.
What it costs
Diabetic and hypertension eye exams are medical visits and are usually billed to your medical insurance. Without insurance, a medical eye visit is $150. We check your coverage first.
MOST COMMON
Comprehensive eye exam
$140
Full exam with the optometrist: prescription, eye pressure and a health check of the front and back of the eye.
CONTACT LENS WEARERS
Contact lens exam & fitting
$240
Everything in the comprehensive exam plus corneal measurements, lens fitting and trial lenses to take home.
MEDICAL / URGENT
Medical eye visit
$150
Red eye, pain, sudden blur, new floaters or a medical follow-up — often billed to your medical insurance instead.
What our patients say
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 265+ Google reviews.
Diabetic eye exam FAQs
What patients with diabetes or high blood pressure ask us most. Call (305) 727-3937 with anything else.
How often should I have an eye exam if I have diabetes?
At least once a year, even if your vision seems fine. If we find retinopathy or swelling, we'll see you more often.
My vision is fine. Do I still need an exam?
Yes. Diabetic and hypertensive retinopathy usually cause no symptoms until they are advanced. Early detection is what protects your sight.
Will my eyes be dilated?
Usually not — our retinal imaging captures a wide view of the retina without drops in most cases. If a closer look is needed, Dr. Bollar will explain why.
Is a diabetic eye exam covered by insurance?
It's a medical exam, so it's usually billed to your medical insurance rather than your vision plan. We'll check your coverage before your visit.
Will you send results to my doctor?
Yes. We send a report to your primary care doctor or endocrinologist after the exam.
What if you find something?
We explain it on screen, set a follow-up schedule, and refer you to a retina specialist when treatment such as laser or injections is needed.
Do you take my insurance?
We accept most vision and medical plans, including VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, Spectera, Aetna, Cigna, Oscar, Humana and Florida Medicaid. Bring your card or call with your plan details and we'll check your benefits before you come in. See the full insurance list.
What are your hours?
Monday to Friday 9 am–5 pm and Saturday 9 am–2 pm. Closed Sunday.
Book your yearly diabetic eye exam
We answer the phone ourselves — no queue, no call center. 19013 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180. Mon–Fri 9–5, Sat 9–2.
Se habla español · Serving Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Golden Beach, North Miami Beach, Hallandale Beach, Bal Harbour and Williams Island