Summary

Dr. Charles Tucker specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on retinal conditions and eye surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital. With 28 years of experience treating complex eye conditions, Dr. Tucker has developed extensive expertise in retinal care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Tucker practices at multiple locations throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, including Rock Hill, Matthews, Charlotte, and Gastonia, with hospital affiliations at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions such as retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration. His surgical expertise includes performing retinal detachment surgery and advanced diagnostic procedures like optical coherence tomography. Patients rate Dr. Tucker 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 28 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital
  • 24 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Leonard Tucker has 8 locations

Retina Institute Of The Carolinas

724 Arden Ln Ste 220Rock Hill, SC 29732
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of The Carolinas And The Macular Degeneration Center

4101 Campus Ridge Rd Ste 100Matthews, NC 28105
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of The Carolinas And The Macular Degeneration Center

2007 Randolph Rd Ste ACharlotte, NC 28207
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed1:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Institute Of The Carolinas And The Macular Degeneration Center

561 Cox RdGastonia, NC 28054
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Novant Health Matthews Medical Center

1500 Matthews Township PkwyMatthews, NC 28105

Atrium Health Cleveland

201 E Grover StShelby, NC 28150

Carolina Surgical Center

198 Herlong Ave SRock Hill, SC 29732
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Charles Leonard Tucker, MDDr. Robert Saltzmann, MDDr. Thomas Kent Mundorf, MDDr. David Brian Greenman, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.7 
4.5 
28 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Rock Hill , SCCharlotte , NCCharlotte , NCCharlotte , NC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Leonard Tucker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • Quiktrip
  • Quiktrip - PPO
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Leonard Tucker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Leonard Tucker has the following 13 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital

Medical School

Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Charles Tucker affiliated with?
Dr. Charles Tucker is affiliated with Musc Health Florence Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Charles Tucker speak?
Dr. Charles Tucker speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Tucker?
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Does Dr. Charles Tucker accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Charles Tucker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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