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Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD

Optometrist

Mccown Optometry

221 PALOMA DR, Temple, TX 76502(254) 816-20206 years practicing
65/100
NPI1255954749

Is Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD has a trust score of 65/100 — a solid, above-average rating for optometrists in Temple. With 6 years of practice (below the area average of 16), they are relatively early in their career but past the initial years.

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 Mccown'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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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Eye care in Temple, TX

Temple has 20 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 16 years in practice, and 20 focused on optometrist. Texas optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Texas Optometry Board, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

6

Years practicing

16

Avg in Temple

20

Optometrists in Temple

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Mccown's license is active and unrestricted with the Texas 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. Margaret Mccown, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1255954749) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Texas Optometry Board — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD?

Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD has approximately 6 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Temple has about 16 years. There are 20 optometrists in Temple, including 20 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD located?

Dr. Margaret Mccown, OD practices at Mccown Optometry, 221 PALOMA DR, Temple, TX 76502. Phone: (254) 816-2020.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Texas Optometry Board, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Mccown's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
05/19/2020

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