MCC 8042
Optometrists, Ophthalmologists
MCC Code
8042
Category
Healthcare
Known Merchants
3+
About MCC 8042
MCC 8042 covers optometrists and ophthalmologists, including eye examinations, vision care, and eye surgery such as cataract or laser procedures. It is often confused with 8043 (opticians, optical goods, and eyeglasses), which covers retail sales of spectacles and contact lenses.
Merchant Information
Typical merchants include optometry practices, ophthalmology clinics, and laser eye surgery centres. Eyewear and contact lens retailers are commonly coded 8043.
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Merchants Using MCC 8042
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Related MCC Codes in Healthcare
MCC 8042 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used to classify businesses that provide optometrists, ophthalmologists. This code falls under the Healthcare category.
Credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard use MCC 8042 to:
- Categorize transactions at merchants classified as "Optometrists, Ophthalmologists"
- Determine rewards and cashback eligibility for cardholders
- Enable expense tracking and reporting for businesses
- Power fraud detection systems
Developers can access MCC 8042 data through our REST API. Use our merchant lookup feature to automatically categorize transactions or build financial tools that require merchant classification.
Credit card rewards programs use MCC codes to determine which purchases qualify for bonus categories. If your credit card offers enhanced rewards on healthcare spending, transactions at merchants using MCC 8042 may qualify.
Common cards that may offer bonuses on healthcare purchases include:
- Cards with rotating quarterly categories
- Category-specific cards (dining, travel, etc.)
- Premium cards with broad category bonuses
Always check your card's terms to verify which MCC codes qualify for bonus rewards.
What is MCC code 8042?
MCC 8042 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code that classifies businesses as "Optometrists, Ophthalmologists". This code falls under the Healthcare category and is used by credit card networks to categorize transactions.
What types of businesses use MCC 8042?
Businesses classified under MCC 8042 typically include those that provide optometrists, ophthalmologists. We have 3+ merchants in our database using this MCC code.
Does MCC 8042 qualify for credit card rewards?
Whether MCC 8042 qualifies for bonus rewards depends on your credit card's terms. Cards that offer bonuses on healthcare spending may reward transactions at merchants using this code. Check your card's reward categories to confirm.
How can I look up MCC 8042 programmatically?
You can access MCC 8042 data through our REST API. Sign up for a free API key to query MCC codes, get merchant mappings, and integrate MCC data into your applications.