Business Insurance for Opticians

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A customer lawsuit, workplace injury, or other incident can be too much for a small optical business to handle. Optician insurance covers the most common risk exposures facing eyewear businesses.

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What types of business insurance do opticians need?

These policies provide coverage for the most common risks faced by opticians.
Note: Insureon cannot provide quotes for professional liability insurance for opticians, also called malpractice insurance.

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Business owner’s policy

A business owner’s policy bundles commercial property and general liability insurance in one plan. A BOP is often the most cost-effective type of commercial insurance for opticians.

BEST FOR
  • Slip-and-fall accidents
  • Damaged customer property
  • Damaged business property
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General liability insurance

This policy covers common optician risks, such as customer injury and damage to customer property. Combine it with property insurance for savings in a business owner’s policy.

BEST FOR
  • Slip-and-fall accidents
  • Damaged customer property
  • Libel or slander lawsuits
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Professional liability insurance

This policy, also called malpractice insurance, covers the cost of lawsuits based on an error by an optician, such as failure to accurately translate a contact lens prescription.

BEST FOR
  • Incorrect prescriptions
  • Accusations of negligence
  • Mistakes or oversights
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Workers’ compensation insurance

This policy is required in almost every state for optician practices that have employees. It can help cover medical expenses for work-related injuries and illnesses.

BEST FOR
  • Employee medical expenses
  • Partial missed wages
  • Lawsuits over employee injuries
Looking for different coverage? See more policies.

How much does business insurance cost for healthcare professionals?

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Several factors will have an impact on insurance costs, including:

  • Healthcare services offered
  • Medical equipment and property
  • Revenue
  • Location
  • Number of employees
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Why do opticians need insurance?

Like other healthcare professionals, opticians are vulnerable to medical malpractice suits. Independent optician practices also need to prepare for liabilities stemming from accidents that cause property damage or employee injuries. Don't leave your practice open to risk. Safeguard your eyewear business with optician insurance.
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