About Us
At Temple City Optometry, we’re committed to providing high-quality, personalized eye care for patients of all ages. Our experienced team pairs attentive service with modern diagnostic technology to deliver comprehensive eye exams, accurate prescriptions, and proactive eye health management.
We believe great eye care starts with listening. From your first visit, we take the time to understand your vision needs, lifestyle, and long-term eye health goals—so your care is thoughtful, precise, and truly tailored to you.
For added convenience, we offer an in-house lens edging lab. For many simple prescriptions, this sometimes allows us to cut lenses on-site and offer same-day glasses—so you can spend less time waiting and more time seeing clearly.
Scheduling an appointment is the first step toward clearer, healthier vision. We look forward to welcoming you and helping you see comfortably and confidently for years to come.
Our Doctors
Dr. Brian Baldovino, O.D.
Dr. Brian Baldovino, O.D. is a California-licensed optometrist who earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in 2020. He provides comprehensive primary eye care for patients ages 4 and older, including routine eye exams, glasses and contact lens fittings, and thorough evaluations of eye health.
Dr. Baldovino is committed to delivering accurate, patient-centered care by combining strong clinical expertise with advanced diagnostic technology. His approach emphasizes both clear, comfortable vision and the long-term health of his patients’ eyes.
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Dr. Cecilia Chiu, O.D.
Dr. Cecilia Chiu, O.D. is a dedicated optometrist committed to providing thorough, patient-centered eye care for individuals and families of all ages. She provides comprehensive eye exams, contact lens evaluations, and the diagnosis and management of ocular disease.
Dr. Chiu emphasizes clear communication and personalized care, taking the time to understand each patient’s visual needs while focusing on both immediate vision correction and long-term eye health.
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Insurance & Payments
At Temple City Optometry, our goal is to promote long-term eye health and help you achieve the clearest vision possible. We accept many vision insurance plans and offer flexible payment options.
Vision Insurance
Our knowledgeable staff has extensive experience working with vision insurance providers. We will work directly with you and your insurer to submit claims and help you understand your benefits. Many vision plans are designed to cover basic vision-related services, such as routine eye exams and eyewear benefits. However, not all services or products are fully covered. Most plans include a copayment and may require additional out-of-pocket expenses depending on your coverage and selections.
Insurance Plans We Commonly Accept
EyeMed
VSP
MESVision
Spectera (UnitedHealthcare)
Versant Health (Davis Vision / Superior Vision)
Central Health
Medi-Cal / Medicare
Insurance coverage can vary by plan and eligibility. Please call our team to confirm whether your insurance is accepted or for help understanding your vision benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA / HSA)
Many employers offer Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), which allow you to use pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible healthcare expenses.
These accounts can often be used for:
Comprehensive eye exams
Prescription glasses and lenses
Contact lenses and fittings
Prescription sunglasses (when eligible)
Check with your employer or benefits administrator to learn more about your specific plan and eligibility.
Payment Options
We understand that cost is an important factor when choosing an eye care provider. Our goal is to ensure that financial concerns do not become a barrier to maintaining healthy vision.
We accept the following forms of payment:
Cash
Check
Major credit cards
Financing Options
We also accept CareCredit, which allows you to pay for your eye care over time with flexible financing options.
Learn more at www.CareCredit.com