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Des Moines Eye Surgeons

4.4 out of 5 · 49 reviews

Ophthalmology • Des Moines, IA

About

Des Moines Eye Surgeons is a private, multi-location eye care practice based in West Des Moines, IA. With over 30 years of experience, they offer personalized eye care and surgical services through a team of specialists. The practice operates from three offices at 5901 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266, and employs about 15 staff. Key details: - Services: Comprehensive eye care and eye surgery (ophthalmology/eye surgeon) - Locations: 3 offices in West Des Moines, IA - Contact: 515-224-5946, 515-225-3546, 800-258-2508 - Website: dmeyesurgeons.com - Revenue: ~$8.64M - Industry: Medical Practices (Eye care) - Notable: Board-certified eye specialists serving the Des Moines area If you’re specifically seeking an ophthalmologist in Des Moines, Des Moines Eye Surgeons is a local, established option with multiple office locations and a focus on personalized eye care and surgical procedures.

Clinic Type

Ophthalmology

Address

5901 Westown Parkway Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Phone

+1-515-225-3546

Email

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Opening Hours

Hours Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm; Friday 8:00am-4:00pm; Optical Shop Monday - Thursday 8:00am-5:30pm; Friday 8:00am-5:00pm; Saturday CLOSED

Services Offered

  • Comprehensive Eye Exams
  • LASIK
  • Cataracts
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Cosmetic Services (Latisse, BOTOX)
  • Glasses and Optical Center
  • Pediatric to Geriatric Eye Care
  • Blepharoplasty, Entropion/Ectropion, Ptosis repair

Technology & Equipment

  • Excimer laser for LASIK
  • Light Adjustable Lens (described on site)
  • Cataract imaging technology (implied by services)

Team

  • Bradley D. Hammer, M.D. — M.D.
  • David C. Ball, M.S., M.D. — M.S., M.D.
  • Andrew C.G. Steffensmeier, M.D. — M.D.
  • Matthew E. Raecker, M.D. — M.D.
  • Rick R. Blodi, D.O. — D.O.
  • Kelley S. Baum, O.D. — O.D.

Insurance & Payment

  • CareCredit credit card (financing)
  • insurance programs (general)

CareCredit accepted for financing; specific insurance plans not listed

CareCredit

Financing: CareCredit financing available

Languages Spoken

  • English

Pricing

  • LASIK pricing varies by case (not listed)

Current Offers

New Patient Offer — null (expires null)

FAQs

What payment options are available for vision care?

CareCredit is accepted for financing; other payment options are not specified.

Social Media

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • TrustReviewers.com (Des Moines Eye Care): 4.6 out of 5 (38)
  • Vitals.com (Dr. Jeffrianne S. Young): 4.2 out of 5 (29)
  • Birdeye (Eye Care Partners): 3.7 out of 5 (11)
  • Vitals.com (Dr. James F. Lawler): Not explicitly stated (14 ratings total) (14)
  • Healthgrades (Dr. Christy Benson): 5.0 out of 5 (7)
  • WebMD (Dr. Naveen Husain): 4.0 out of 5 (3)
  • Healthgrades (Dr. Syed Husain): 4.3 out of 5 (52)
  • WebMD (Dr. David Ball): 4.5 out of 5 (15)

Patients praise

  • Knowledgeable and thorough medical care
  • Friendly and approachable demeanor from some doctors
  • Successful surgical outcomes (cataract, LASIK)
  • Clear explanation of tests and treatment options by providers
  • Efficient appointment experiences for some patients

Common complaints

  • Rude or unprofessional front desk and administrative staff
  • Slow service and long wait times
  • Inconsistent communication or lack of thorough explanation regarding procedures/conditions
  • Occasional billing or scheduling issues (e.g., losing information, charging for non-covered services)
  • Instances of feeling dismissed or treated poorly during consultations

"Dr. Lawler is the most patient, kind, and thorough doctor I've ever had--ophthalmologist or otherwise. ... He really goes the extra mile for his patients."

— Vitals.com review for Dr. James F. Lawler

"Best cataract Doctor! I was very nearsighted, -9 and -14, and Dr. Husain expertly corrected my eyes. For two years I have been glasses-free!"

— Healthgrades review for Dr. Syed Husain

"Slowest services I have ever received! The lady who schedules appointments and checks you out is so rude I couldn't believe it!"

— TrustReviewers.com review for Des Moines Eye Care

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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