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Dr. Penny Williams, OD

Optometrist

Williams Optometry

3735 NW 86TH ST, Urbandale, IA 50322(515) 270-854520 years practicing
93/100
Top Established
NPI1184698615

Is Dr. Penny Williams, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Penny Williams, OD has a trust score of 93/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified optometrists in Urbandale, IA. With 20 years of practice, they are among the most experienced optometrists in the area — well above the local average of 17 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 Williams'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 Urbandale, IA

Urbandale has 15 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 17 years in practice, and 15 focused on optometrist. Iowa optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Iowa Board of Optometry, whose public record covers license status, board actions.

Peer Comparison

20

Years practicing

17

Avg in Urbandale

15

Optometrists in Urbandale

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Williams's license is active and unrestricted with the Iowa 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. Penny Williams, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Penny Williams, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1184698615) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Iowa Board of Optometry — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Penny Williams, OD?

Dr. Penny Williams, OD has approximately 20 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Urbandale has about 17 years. There are 15 optometrists in Urbandale, including 15 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Penny Williams, OD located?

Dr. Penny Williams, OD practices at Williams Optometry, 3735 NW 86TH ST, Urbandale, IA 50322. Phone: (515) 270-8545.

Verify License & Discipline

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

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
02/13/2006

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