Dr. Jake Ward, OD
Ward Optometry
1528953098Is Dr. Jake Ward, OD a Good Optometrist?
Dr. Jake Ward, OD has a trust score of 50/100 — below average for Sioux Falls. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 1 years of practice, they are early in their career.
The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Ward's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general optometrist?
General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.
When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Eye care in Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls has 75 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 16 years in practice, and 73 focused on optometrist. South Dakota optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the South Dakota Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, board actions.
Peer Comparison
1
Years practicing
16
Avg in Sioux Falls
75
Optometrists in Sioux Falls
OD
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Ward's license is active and unrestricted with the South Dakota board (link on this page).
- Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
- Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
- Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Jake Ward, OD a licensed optometrist?
Dr. Jake Ward, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1528953098) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the South Dakota Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dr. Jake Ward, OD?
Dr. Jake Ward, OD has approximately 1 year in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Sioux Falls has about 16 years. There are 75 optometrists in Sioux Falls, including 73 with a optometrist focus.
Where is Dr. Jake Ward, OD located?
Dr. Jake Ward, OD practices at Ward Optometry, 3101 W 57TH ST, Sioux Falls, SD 57108. Phone: (605) 371-7100.
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Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the South Dakota Board of Optometry, whose official record verifies license status, board actions. Check Ward's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Optometrist
- Credential
- OD
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 06/12/2025