Dr. Alison Kuester
- Gender: Female
- Experience: 14 years
- Graduated from: Ohio State University - College Of Optometry
- Graduation year: 2007
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1811182280
Dr. Alison Kuester O.D.
Optometrist
She is located at 313 West Church Street in Albion, NE 68620. Can help patients with the following: Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Crossed Eyes, Dry Eyes, Esotropia, Farsightedness, Sty. Her National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811182280. Appointment can be made via the phone number (402) 395-2082. She is affiliated with 2 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. Alison Kuester, being an optometrist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Alison Kuester.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Color Blindness
- Contact Lens Prescription and Fitting
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Allergy
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Eyeglasses Fitting and Prescription
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Hypertropia
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Imaging
- Sty
Procedures Performed by Dr. Alison Kuester
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Alison Kuester as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter Health
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 16 plans from Ambetter Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Bronze HSA | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Clear Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| HeartlandBlue Bronze HSA 6500 NEtwork Blue | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Medica
Network data as of Jul 13, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Medica
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medica Insure Bronze Premier | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Bronze Share | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Expanded Bronze Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Gold $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Gold Share | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Gold Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Silver $0 Copay PCP Visits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Silver Share | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Medica Insure Silver Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Oscar Insurance Company
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Oscar Insurance Company
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Classic Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Diabetes | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Elite | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Diabetes | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple PCP Saver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 16, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 14 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $3 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Alison Kuester is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Alison Kuester is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Optometry .
Bills through: Palmer Eye Care Pc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Shire North American Group | $125 |
| Glaukos | $46 |
| Marco Ophthalmic | $34 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $234 |
Studies
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY - COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY
Graduated in 2007
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Alison Kuester treat?
Dr. Alison Kuester provides treatment for Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Crossed Eyes, Dry Eyes, Esotropia, Farsightedness, Sty. For the full list see this list.
Where can you meet with Dr. Alison Kuester?
Dr. Alison Kuester's office is located at 313 West Church Street in Albion, NE 68620.
Does Dr. Alison Kuester accept patients with Medica?
Yes, Dr. Alison Kuester is listed in-network for Medica through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. Alison Kuester have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Alison Kuester is affiliated with Eye Consultants. For the full list of practices see this list.