Summary

Dr. Richard Tipperman is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 42 years to helping patients preserve and restore their vision. He earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his specialized training through a residency at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. His dual specialty training in both ophthalmology and neurology provides him with unique expertise in treating complex eye conditions that may have neurological connections. Dr. Tipperman speaks Spanish and Korean, allowing him to communicate directly with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Tipperman practices at multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, including Bala Cynwyd and Media, with affiliations at Riddle Hospital and Bryn Mawr Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract removal with intraocular lens implantation and YAG laser capsulotomy procedures. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Tipperman highly, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 42 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Korean
  • Wills Eye Institute
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Tipperman has 4 locations

Ophthalmic Partners Of Pennsylvania

100 Presidential Blvd Ste 200Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ophthalmic Partners Of Pennsylvania

319 W State StMedia, PA 19063
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Riddle Hospital

1068 W Baltimore PikeMedia, PA 19063

Bryn Mawr Hospital

130 S Bryn Mawr AveBryn Mawr, PA 19010

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4.7 
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42 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Bala Cynwyd , PASpringfield , PACollingswood , NJScranton , PA
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Tipperman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Tipperman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Tipperman has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Neurology
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wills Eye Institute

Medical School

University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1984

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