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Dr. Samantha Rice, OD

Optometrist

Rice Optometry

3450 LACEY RD, Downers Grove, IL 60515(630) 743-450011 years practicing
75/100
NPI1619356995

Is Dr. Samantha Rice, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Samantha Rice, OD has a trust score of 75/100 — a solid, above-average rating for optometrists in Downers Grove. With 11 years of practice (near the local average of 14), they have solid experience.

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 Rice'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 Downers Grove, IL

Downers Grove has 74 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 14 years in practice, and 68 focused on optometrist. Illinois optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

11

Years practicing

14

Avg in Downers Grove

74

Optometrists in Downers Grove

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Rice's license is active and unrestricted with the Illinois 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. Samantha Rice, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Samantha Rice, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1619356995) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Samantha Rice, OD?

Dr. Samantha Rice, OD has approximately 11 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Downers Grove has about 14 years. There are 74 optometrists in Downers Grove, including 68 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Samantha Rice, OD located?

Dr. Samantha Rice, OD practices at Rice Optometry, 3450 LACEY RD, Downers Grove, IL 60515. Phone: (630) 743-4500.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Rice's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
05/20/2015

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