Broadway Vision Source offers comprehensive eye care services and in-demand lenses and frames to Seattle and the surrounding communities. Click or call to connect, and access the quality of vision care you deserve. Since 1983, Broadway Vision Source has been the innovative leader in optometry in the Seattle metro area.
Give yourself the gift of clear vision - schedule an appointment with our optometrists today. 3 free parking spaces are available in spaces marked "Broadway Vision Source" in the back of the office building on Bellevue Ave. East.
Give yourself the gift of clear vision - schedule an appointment with our optometrists today. 3 free parking spaces are available in spaces marked "Broadway Vision Source" in the back of the office building on Bellevue Ave. East.
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Broadway Vision Source was established in 1983 and originally located on Broadway East across from Dick's Drive-In in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. We've kept the name "Broadway" because of this. Foreseeing demolition of the building that we were in to make way for what is now the LinkRail Station on Broadway, we relocated to our present location on East Pike St. in 1999.
University of Washington's Hall Health Center Vision Clinic 1982-88, contact lens instructor at Seattle Central Community College School of Opticianry 1987-89, Providence ElderPlace 2000-2002, and principal clinical investigator for contact lenses and contact lens solutions.
Dr. Matsunami's professional interests include ocular disease management (glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts), innovations in contact lenses, and new technologies in eye care.Dr. Matsunami is an active member of the Optometric Physicians of Washington, American Optometric Association (AOA), and Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH).
Dr. Matsunami's professional interests include ocular disease management (glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts), innovations in contact lenses, and new technologies in eye care.Dr. Matsunami is an active member of the Optometric Physicians of Washington, American Optometric Association (AOA), and Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (VOSH).
Dr. Nakatsu graduated with honors from the University of Washington and earned his Doctor of Optometry degree with honors from Pacific University College of Optometry.
In addition to his career at Broadway Vision Source, Dr. Nakatsu started his career at the Bon Marche' optometry office in Seattle in 1983, then served as a contract optometric physician for the United States Coast Guard from 1986-1999 providing eye care to active duty and retired personnel, and their dependents.His practice philosophy is to take the time to get to know each patient and understand their visual needs and concerns.
In addition to his career at Broadway Vision Source, Dr. Nakatsu started his career at the Bon Marche' optometry office in Seattle in 1983, then served as a contract optometric physician for the United States Coast Guard from 1986-1999 providing eye care to active duty and retired personnel, and their dependents.His practice philosophy is to take the time to get to know each patient and understand their visual needs and concerns.
Meet the experienced and friendly office team members who make Broadway Vision Source the leading provider of vision care products and services in Seattle. Reliable, hard working, and a jack of all trades, Ken has over 13 years of experience in opticianry.
He is proficient at "edging" spectacle lenses using our Santinelli LEX 1000 lens edger to custom fit them into frames, which gives him unique insight into which frames are most appropriate for your lenses, and visa-versa.In his words: it's about "the art of finding that right jewelry for the face."
He is proficient at "edging" spectacle lenses using our Santinelli LEX 1000 lens edger to custom fit them into frames, which gives him unique insight into which frames are most appropriate for your lenses, and visa-versa.In his words: it's about "the art of finding that right jewelry for the face."
Your source for insurance information and patient forms for Broadway Vision Source in Seattle. For your convenience, we have created the following pages to provide you with a list of some of the insurance carriers we accept at our Seattle office as well as several forms to save you time at your next appointment.
Reviews (24)
Landon R.
Nov 10, 2021
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I was in dire need of getting contact lenses. I had a appointment scheduled with them for over a week. They updated their system and when I showed up for my appointment I was no longer in their system. They found me scheduled in on the old system though. I was unaware of any of this and when I showed up for my appointment i felt like it was my fault and I should of known. They couldn't fit me anywhere nor could they find any other dates or times that could fit my schedule. Not helpful and they made me feel like and idiot. If you are looking for a optometrist I would not go broadway vision
Jen C.
Aug 10, 2021
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I went to Dr. Yu for the first time and she was friendly, efficient, and really helpful in explaining potential issues and next steps. Everyone else at the office was also easy to work with and very helpful in getting me updated prescriptions when I needed them. Thanks for making this such an easy process!
Junior S.
Dec 15, 2020
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Must have been a bad day for the person that "tried"to help me. First the doctor is excellent. More the rest of the staff. They were more interested was if I was covered. They would not handle the plan that I gave them. In fact they processed my co pay wrong. They processed my coverage under my medical plan not my vision. I gave them my vision plan several times. Little did I know or understand - they never told me such several times - that they are processing this via my medical because they would not figure out my plan. They need to communicate better about plans. Again I
Jim W.
Oct 10, 2020
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Jessica L.
Sep 11, 2020
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Tim N.
Aug 21, 2020
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Jeffrey H.
Aug 26, 2019
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I have been going to BVS for years. I love Dr. Matsunami and the two opticians named John. The clinicians, eye exam and front desk people seem to be nice and helpful also. This year was a particularly difficult experience because, through some quirk I can't explain, my eyes would not adjust to my new prescription. They reexamined me a few times, to be certain a mistake had not been made. There was no mistake. They made a few experimental lenses, and tweaked a few things until finally they came up with the right combination for me. The attitude of the two John opticians was that my problem
Shan C.
Jun 06, 2019
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Finally an eye clinic that has after work hours! I had a great experience at Broadway Vision Source (that is not on Broadway). I only waited a few minutes before getting in for my exam and I was done in about an hour. I'm a first time contact lens wearer and they were patient with me putting them in and gave me a few pairs to try out at home. I didn't feel like they were pushy when it came to looking at their glasses afterwards and they happily handed me my RX to go elsewhere for my frames.
Gina R.
Mar 17, 2019
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I have been going to Broadway Vision Source forever and they continue to be the most awesome folks ever! I most recently made an appointment online and it was effortless. The front office staff are all so helpful and nice. I LOVED Dr. Leclaire and miss her fiercely so I was worried about getting to know a new doctor. Everyone here is so relaxed and professional though, I'm sure now that any doctor on staff would be great to work with.
My most recent appointment started on time and I was in and out within an hour, including finding and paying for new glasses. John Willard is my favorite
My most recent appointment started on time and I was in and out within an hour, including finding and paying for new glasses. John Willard is my favorite
Pete M.
Dec 21, 2018
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I've been going here nearly a decade. There are several fine opticians there, but I wanted to take some time to recognize Warren in particular. I have a pain in the rear end frames to order and work with, and he got it done perfectly. He was very patient, and appropriately (not painstakingly) methodical. I will be relying on these glasses for years, and you can tell he genuinely wants you to be comfortable and satisfied. Will go back. Hi recommendation.
Lowell B.
Dec 07, 2018
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I.-Wei F.
Nov 14, 2018
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I have been going to BVS for 9 years, and have always appreciated my eye exams with Dr. Nakatsu and frames selection with Warren. Both of these folks are professional, thoughtful, and honest. They take their time to address all of my concerns and questions. Last year, the brand new lens in my sunglasses were giving me halos, Warren was able to figure out that it was a problem with the polarized film delaminating and replaced them for free. The front office and assistants are personable and friendly. The in office experience is pretty great.
Seems like there have been major issues with the phone
Seems like there have been major issues with the phone
Victoria H.
Nov 01, 2018
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I went this time and had a very negative experience. So it was almost like a "sales engine" if you will.The optometrist was incredibly nice but before after the exam, I just requested my prescription and off I went to the front desk. This time I was forced to sit with an optician. He was an older, larger man and acted like a used car salesman towards me. I said "I would just like my prescription please, I get my glasses elsewhere." He said OK, I can certainly do that for you and then CONTINUED to try and sell me their product!!!! Not cool! I just asked you for my prescription
Jason M.
Jun 07, 2018
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Just stopped by. Not the place for browsing or an introvert. Super high pressure. The store is long and thin and descends a small flight of stairs over the length of the store meaning I kept getting trapped by employees blocking the way who would then ask if I needed help. Every single frame is locked to the display so anytime you want to try something on you have to ask for help from a clerk. If you're like me, you want to try on quite a few things meaning you have to ask for help EACH time. More pressure. They seemed surprised someone would want to just browse. Five employees for just me
Dmitry M.
Dec 26, 2017
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J. S.
Aug 14, 2017
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The front of office staff is pretty rude, and doesn't seem to understand that when people come in for an appointment they are there for an appointment. So weird.
Also, they really push hard on the "retinal imaging" scan which costs more but has the benefit of not needing dilation - and then when I've done that they've ended up needing to dilate anyway, and then they charge that as a second exam, which insurance also doesn't cover.
And in describing my eyewear needs, Dr. LeClaire took the initiative to send an adjusted prescription over to their lab, on the basis
Also, they really push hard on the "retinal imaging" scan which costs more but has the benefit of not needing dilation - and then when I've done that they've ended up needing to dilate anyway, and then they charge that as a second exam, which insurance also doesn't cover.
And in describing my eyewear needs, Dr. LeClaire took the initiative to send an adjusted prescription over to their lab, on the basis
Aileen E.
Jan 25, 2017
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Dr. Nakatsu has been my optometrist since 1998, so I'm long overdue for writing a review. I cannot recommend BVS highly enough and have referred many friends and co-workers over the many years I've been a patient.
I have never had anything but a great experience (start to finish) at BVS. (Sure, over the years there may have been a missed phone call here or a longer wait there, but when does this not happen? Front desk people make mistakes, patients late before you can delay your appointment start time. I try to consider all of this.)
It may be true that BVS is not for everyone
I have never had anything but a great experience (start to finish) at BVS. (Sure, over the years there may have been a missed phone call here or a longer wait there, but when does this not happen? Front desk people make mistakes, patients late before you can delay your appointment start time. I try to consider all of this.)
It may be true that BVS is not for everyone
Running E.
Sep 24, 2016
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I had a eye exam today and was appalled and extremely disappointed on the following things:
-After noting several times that I had not been there in a long period of time, they never asked if my insurance had changed or for my insurance information till the end of the appointment. I did not find out till the end of the appointment that it was NOT covered.
-The receptionist was so rude and seemed ambivalent to this issue.
-The doctor could not finish my exam, because she had another patient and there was not enough time for my eyes to dilate.
I wasted my valuable time, and walked away frustrated
-After noting several times that I had not been there in a long period of time, they never asked if my insurance had changed or for my insurance information till the end of the appointment. I did not find out till the end of the appointment that it was NOT covered.
-The receptionist was so rude and seemed ambivalent to this issue.
-The doctor could not finish my exam, because she had another patient and there was not enough time for my eyes to dilate.
I wasted my valuable time, and walked away frustrated
Cameron L.
Apr 13, 2016
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The wait was super long. I came in really early to fill out paper work and still waited over 20 minutes after my supposed appointment time before anyone even started my exam....
The frames selection is very limited. And they keep everything locked up so you cant even browse and try things on yourself without an employee with you. Sometimes you just want to try on frames by yourself... well this is not the place for that....
The frames selection is very limited. And they keep everything locked up so you cant even browse and try things on yourself without an employee with you. Sometimes you just want to try on frames by yourself... well this is not the place for that....
Gina V.
Feb 17, 2016
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Super awesome. I splurged and went for the optional upgrade where they just take a picture of your eyes without dilating your pupils, and it was SO WORTH IT. Also, the girl that gave me my pre-exam was so nice! I forgot her name. Ugh. Anne? Annie? Anyway. After my initial pre-exam, I met with Dr. Matsunami.
First off, he came in like 30 seconds after I sat down, so I wasn't stuck waiting in the exam room forever. Second, he really took the time to give me a thorough exam and went out of his way to explain why my eyes are the way they are. Very knowledgeable and very kind. He also explained
First off, he came in like 30 seconds after I sat down, so I wasn't stuck waiting in the exam room forever. Second, he really took the time to give me a thorough exam and went out of his way to explain why my eyes are the way they are. Very knowledgeable and very kind. He also explained
Jeffrey Hedgepeth
Oct 28, 2014
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Dr. Matsunami and his staff are just great. There isn't much I can say about the exams beyond the feeling that I am well cared for by a doctor who knows his stuff and is great to be around. This carries over to the staff that helps me pick out great frames. They are wonderful. However, I have been most impressed if I need them for a frame or other problem months after the 'big' visit. They always do what they can to help solve the problem. I love this place.
Bob Evans
Dec 22, 2013
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Rob Kallmeyer
Dec 20, 2013
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I've been going to Dr. Matsunami since I moved to Seattle almost 20 years ago. When I changed health plans a few years ago I had to change eye doctors. I didn't think it would make a difference, but it sure did! Once you get used to the friendly, professional, courteous staff; the wide selection, and excellent service provided by Broadway Vision you won't want to go anywhere else. I went and changed my health plan so I'm back for good now.
Charles Seesmore
Dec 09, 2013
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I've been going here for years to Dr. Matsunami. I was probably one of the early adopters for most of their exam technology. I have been always impressed with the level of professionalism, care, knowledge, and atmosphere. Their lenses and frames are pricey (as these things can be) so I like to shop around. But I wouldn't take my regular eye care anywhere else.
