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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you office hours?
How do I get to your office?
How long does the initial exam typically take?
What types of payments do you accept?
What types of insurance do you accept?
How often should I have an eye examination?
What languages are spoken by your staff?
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?
What do O.D. and F.A.A.O. stand for?

What are your office hours?

Pacific View Eyecare Center is open daily Monday through Friday from 9am to 6pm. Please call us at (760) 753-6336 to make an appointment or to speak with a knowledgeable member of our staff about your eye care questions and concerns.

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How do I get to your office?

Pacific View Eyecare Center is conveniently located in Encinitas, California. Our address is:

681 Encinitas Blvd. Suite 302
Encinitas, CA 92024

From the 5 freeway, exit Encinitas Blvd and go east (right turn if you are coming from the south and left under the freeway if you are coming from the north). Take a right on Westlake (third stoplight). Take your immediate left into the first driveway. Follow the drive up the hill. We are located in the west-facing buildings. Look for our sign at suite 302. We look forward to seeing you here!

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How long does the initial exam typically take?

Your first visit to our offices will probably take 45 minutes to an hour. Because your appointment time is reserved specially for you, we would greatly appreciate 24-hour notice if you are unable to keep your appointment. This courtesy will allow us to best serve all of our patients.

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What types of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, personal checks, Visa, and MasterCard.

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What types of insurance do you accept?

We participate in many insurance plans including VSP [insert logo link here] and Medicare. Our highest priority is to provide you with the best eye care and eyewear. Unfortunately, your insurance company may have other priorities. Rest assured, we will always recommend the same excellent care for you that we desire for all of our patients.

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How often should I have an eye examination?

Dr. Hutchinson recommends that all patients receive an annual eye examination. Additionally, he recommends screening visual field tests at least every two years and that photographs of the inside of the eyes be taken at least every four years.

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What languages are spoken by your staff?

Our staff speaks English and Spanish.

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What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?

An optometrist is a primary eye care provider specialized in examining, diagnosing, treating and managing eye problems. Optometrists address vision conditions with prescription glasses and contact lenses. They can prescribe ophthalmic medications and participate in the pre- and post-surgical care for patients undergoing eye surgery. Optometrists provide over two-thirds of the primary eye care received in the United States.

An ophthalmologist (D.O or MD) is an eye doctor who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of eye conditions.

Dr. R. Anthony Hutchinson is an optometrist.

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What do O.D. and F.A.A.O. stand for?

O.D. stands for Doctor of Optometry
F.A.A.O. stands for the Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

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