FEES & CHARGES

At Paul Whiteman Optometrists, we believe every eye examination should be both thorough and informative. Using the latest diagnostic technology, we can detect even the smallest changes in your eye health. Our consultations allow time for you to ask questions and for our optometrists to explain their findings clearly.

Our Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) exams offer specialist assessment and monitoring of specific eye conditions, combining expert knowledge with advanced imaging for precise results and complete peace of mind.

  • Our normal adult eye examination includes a full & comprehensive assessment of your vision, oculomotor balance & eye health. It includes visual field screening, intraocular pressure (IOP) check, optical coherence tomography (OCT) & Optos retinal imaging.

    Our normal eye examination for under 19yrs & under 30yrs are the same as our adult examination but excluding an IOP check & OCT.

    • Adult eye examination from £95.00

    • Under 19yrs eye examination £65.00

    • Under 25yrs eye examination £85.00*¹

    • Optometric Minor Eye Problem assessment £65.00

      Any problem to do with with the health of your eyes, from red eye to painful eye. Any diagnostic tests, scans or ongoing treatments are not included.

  • Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Cataract. £200.00

    • Specific investigation of cataracts & other eye conditions to assess whether surgery is required and to discuss treatment options.

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Glaucoma. £250.00

    • Specific glaucoma investigation including: Goldmann tonometry, pachymetry, OCT (advanced glaucoma module), Humphrey visual fields (HVF)

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Macular degeneration. £200.00

    • Specific assessment of macular degeneration including: OCT, OPTOS, Amsler chart, pupil dilation etc.

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Diabetic retinopathy. £250.00

    • Specific assessment of diabetic retinopathy including: OCT, OPTOS ultrawide retinal imaging incl. G/B Autofluorescence, pupil dilation etc.

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Flashes & floaters. £150.00

    • Assessment of flashes & floaters including: OCT, OPTOS ultrawide retinal imaging evaluation, pupil dilation.

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Keratoconus. 250.00

    • Refractive, corneal evaluation and advice on treatments including: ZEISS Atlas topography, pachymetry, OCT, OPTOS widefield retinal imaging.

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Dry eyes. £250.00

    • Assessment of corneal anterior surface and tear flow (see below).

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Refractive & laser eye surgery. From £200.00

    • Evaluation, discussion and advice on refractive surgery including: ZEISS Atlas topography, pachymetry, OCT, OPTOS ultrawide retinal imaging, corneal and refractive evaluation.

    Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) - Dyslexia & visual stress. £250.00

    • Specific review & assessment of the visual aspects of dyslexia including: Refraction, binocularity & oculomotor balance assessment. Thompson ReadEz visual stress exam, coloured overlay, report writing and second follow-up consultation where necessary.

  • *see Terms & Conditions below

    Myopia management initial assessment. From £95.00

    • Involves assessment of refraction (with or without cycloplegia), binocular vision & oculomotor balance, corneal typography and biometry. Options for care will be discussed and recommended.

    Myopia management follow-up assessment. £65.00

    • Normally performed every 3 - 6 months following initial assessment.

    Myopia management ongoing Care Plan. £96.00 per annum (payable by monthly or annual DD)

  • Dyslexia & visual stress assessment.

    Includes:

    • Under 19yrs eye examination.

    • Thompson ReadEz visual stress assessment (if required).

      Checking for visual stress using colour overlays or coloured spectacle lenses.

    • Issuing of coloured overlay sheet (if required)

    • Follow-up appointment 1 month after initial assessment (if required).

  • There are a variety of tests your optometrist may perform to measure the severity of dry eye you are experiencing. At Paul Whiteman Optometrists we may use one or more of the following evaluations:

    Schirmer test.

    • The Schirmer tear test assesses the amount of tears in the eyes and is frequently used to diagnose dry eye syndrome.

    Lissamine green stain.

    Flourescein stain.

    SPEED™ Questionnaire.

    • Validated by independent researchers, the Standard Patient Evaluation of Eye Dryness (SPEED™). The questionnaire identifies and grades dry eye symptoms.

    InflammaDry® test (additional £150.00)

    • InflammaDry® is the only rapid, in-practice test to aid the diagnosis of inflammatory dry eye.

  • We offer a number of different screening, monitoring and diagnostic tests.

    OCT scan (standard). £85.00

    • Heidelberg Spectralis standard macula & optic nerve scan of 1 or both eyes.

    OCT scan (Advanced modules). From £110.00

    • Either an advanced glaucoma, anterior chamber or Multicolor module scan of 1 or both eyes.

    Optos California high resolution ultrawide view imaging. £80.00

    • 200 degree ultrawide view retinal imaging of 1 or both eyes (R/G & G/B autofluorescence), dilation where necessary.

    Slit-lamp photography. £50.00

    Humphrey Visual Field Analyser (VFA) exam. £80.00

    • Internationally recognised standard in visual field testing made by Zeiss.

    DVLA driving visual field exam. £95.00

    • Humphrey VFA utilising the Esterman visual field test is recognised by the DVLA as the 'gold standard' for assessing driving vision. Referral report included if necessary.

    Zeiss FDT visual field screener exam. £50.00

    • Our routine visual field device for screening for eye diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, tumours and many others.

    Corneal topography scan. £75.00

    • Zeiss ATLAS corneal topography.

    Pachymetry exam. £50.00

    • Measurement of corneal thickness for use in assessment of a number of different eye conditions.

  • Spectacle frame styling appointment incl. fitting & custom measurements together with ZEISS Visufit centration (if required).

    Styling fee is credited against purchase of first complete pair of spectacles.

  • Spectacle frame adjustment appointment or appointment to repair a broken or damaged frame. Includes frame ultrasonic cleaning & frame polishing (as required).

  • If you require a practitioner to complete or sign any medical, driving or personal forms we will charge £25.00 for administrative costs.

    This may take up to 21 days to complete.

    Further charges may apply if additional tests have to be performed which are not part of a normal eye examination.

ALL FEES ARE ARE EXEMPT FROM VAT

FEES ARE SUBJECT TO ALTERATION

MARCH 2025

TERMS & CONDITIONS

*² Myopia management

Myopia management or control refers to various methods and treatments aimed at slowing down the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children. It typically involves interventions such as specialised contact lenses, orthokeratology (corneal reshaping), atropine eye drops, and certain types of eyeglasses.

Myopia management can be performed by different eye care professionals, including optometrists and ophthalmologists who specialise in paediatric and/or refractive eye care. These professionals will conduct a comprehensive eye examination to assess a child’s vision and determine the most appropriate myopia control method based on their specific needs and eye health.

Advice on treatment

We believe it is important to allow time during your consultation for you to ask questions about your optometrists findings. Time is allocated for questions within your appointment to allow questions, if however, extra time is required we may need to arrange a further appointment either face to face with your optometrist or by telephone. Because this involves practitioner time then this consultation will be chargeable.

EYE CARE PLANS

Why not make your eye care more affordable by choosing one of our EYE CARE PLANS? These plans let you spread the cost with convenient monthly payments.

Along with the peace of mind that comes from regular monitoring of your eye health, paying by Direct Debit also gives you access to several extra benefits which are worth checking out including our Family Eye Care Plan.

  • Our basic eye care plan. Ideal for those requiring annual eye examination & OCT only e.g. those with no diagnosed eye conditions, no family history of glaucoma and over 70’s.

  • Item description
  • Discount applies to complete frames & lenses.

  • Both prescription or non-prescription sunglasses.

  • Accessories including eye drops, spectacle cases & chains, cleaning materials & wipes.

  • Ideal for contact lens patients not already on our ContactCare monthly payment scheme & those who may need to attend for additional clinically necessary appointments e.g. dry eye sufferers, lid & other external eye disorders.

  • Item description
  • Extra appointments undertaken in addition to those offered under this eye plan are charged at £80 per appointment.

  • Discount applies to complete frames & lenses.

  • Both prescription or non-prescription sunglasses.

  • Accessories including eye drops, spectacle cases & chains, cleaning materials & wipes.

  • Our family eye care plan allows up to 4 close family members to enjoy the benefits of the our Bronze care plan all for a single monthly premium.

  • Item description
  • Full annual eye examinations for up to 4 close family members.

  • Extra appointments undertaken in addition to those offered under this eye plan are charged at £80 per appointment.

  • Discount applies to complete frames & lenses.

  • Both prescription or non-prescription sunglasses.

  • Accessories including eye drops, spectacle cases & chains, cleaning materials & wipes.

  • Our most comprehensive eye care plan. Ideal for those with known eye conditions which require more regular eye examinations, specialist check-ups or Advanced Eye Investigation (AEI) monitoring.

  • Item description
  • Extra appointments undertaken in addition to those offered under this eye plan are charged at £80 per appointment.

  • Discount applies to complete frames & lenses.

  • Both prescription or non-prescription sunglasses.

  • Accessories including eye drops, spectacle cases & chains, cleaning materials & wipes.