From Astoria Vision Center - Steve Scruggs OD
Thanks for viewing our profile, and we look forward to assisting you for all of your optical needs. Dr Steven Scruggs has been providing top notch service since 1989.We provide complete eye and vision examinations and prescription services for eye glasses and contact lenses.Eye & vision examinations include: Auto Refraction, Tonometry Diagnostic Tests For Glaucoma, Cataracts & Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment For Ocular Foreign Bodies, Glaucoma & Ocular Infection. Foreign body removals treatment for red eyes pre & post-op cataract management contact lens fittings: soft, disposable, gas permeable, extended wear. Insurance: because there are so many variations in insurance policies, we may not be able to answer all your specific questions..
I brought my daughter there and Dr. Scruggs did a medical procedure without informing her or asking for authorization for this. When we received a bill I questioned it with the receptionist/biller and tried to tell her that in the future that it might be a good practice to let a patient know when Dr. Scruggs is about to perform a medical procedure not covered by the exam fee and that it would cost extra. She became argumentative and questioned why I felt this way instead of acknowledging my frustration and allowing me to share a customer's perspective. Immediately after this, I let the receptionist know that I was ready to pay for the charge and because she was upset that I had a concern she cut me off and hung up on me. I called back and there was no answer. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL!!! I understand that she didn't agree with my opinion but rather than indicating she would communicate this customer feedback to the Doctor, she instead took it personally and decided to disrespect me as a patient by hanging up on me. I was going to have my other daughter go there for an exam but this poor treatment convinced me to go elsewhere. I NEVER do Yelp reviews but this was so upsetting, I decided to.