Summary

Dr. William Schiff treats posterior vitreous detachment, retinal detachment, and age-related macular degeneration, and performs retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography. He has practiced ophthalmology for 38 years and is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.

Dr. Schiff earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. He sees patients in New York, NY. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Schiff 4.55 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 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

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38 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NYScranton , PA
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by William Merril Schiff

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NY Hotel Trade Council
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • VISION
  • VNS Health
  • WTC (World Trade Center Program)

Medical Specialties

William Merril Schiff has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

William Merril Schiff has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinal Perforations
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

William Merril Schiff holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

William Merril Schiff's NPI number is 1629098991.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is William Schiff accepting new patients?
William Schiff is accepting new patients on Vitals. View William Schiff's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does William Schiff accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
William Schiff has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does William Schiff accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that William Schiff accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is William Schiff affiliated with?
William Schiff is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
What languages does William Schiff speak?
William Schiff speaks English.

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