Summary

Dr. David Hardten treats cataracts, iritis, and pupil abnormalities, and performs cataract surgery, comprehensive eye exams, and corneal treatment. He practices ophthalmology and surgery and is affiliated with Minneapolis Heart Institute.

He completed an internship at Bell Memorial Hospital in 1988, a residency at Veterans Administration Hospital in 1991, and a fellowship at Phillips Eye Institute in 1993. He sees patients in Bloomington, Minnesota, and speaks Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hmong, and Somali. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hardten 4.86 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hmong, Somali
  • Phillips Eye Institute
  • 93 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 4 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Minnesota Eye Consultants - Bloomington

9801 Dupont Ave. S.,Suite 200 Suite 200Bloomington, MN 55431
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by David R. Hardten

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • Accident INsurance
  • AETNA ALLINA HEALTH
  • Allegiance
  • ALLIANZ
  • ALLIED BENEFIT SYSTEMS INC
  • America;s PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commercial Travelers Mutual Insurance
  • Coresource
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Great West Health Cigna
  • Health E Exchange
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medical Assistance – Minnesota
  • Medical Assistance – Other states please contact our Business Office
  • Medicare
  • Preferred One
  • Select Care
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • United Healthcare
  • VA
  • Work Comp

Medical Specialties

David R. Hardten has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David R. Hardten has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • General Surgeon
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

David R. Hardten holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Phillips Eye Institute in 1993.

Residency

Completed their residency at Veterans Administration Hospital in 1991.

Internship

Completed their internship at Bell Memorial Hospital in 1988.

NPI Number

David R. Hardten's NPI number is 1508851387.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does David Hardten speak?
David Hardten speaks Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hmong, and Somali.
How can I make an appointment with David Hardten?
You can find contact information for David Hardten here on Vitals.
Where is David Hardten's office located?
David Hardten's office is located at 9801 Dupont Ave. S.,Suite 200 Suite 200, Bloomington, MN, 55431.
Which hospitals is David Hardten affiliated with?
David Hardten is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE.
Does David Hardten accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that David Hardten accepts on their Vitals profile.

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