Summary

Dr. Howard Krauss specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery with additional expertise in general surgery. They completed their medical education at New York Medical College and went on to complete their residency at UCLA Medical Center. With nearly five decades of clinical practice, Dr. Krauss brings extensive experience to their specialty care. They are fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Krauss practices at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica, California. They focus on treating conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye syndrome. Their surgical expertise includes neuro-ophthalmology procedures, neurosurgical interventions, and oculoplastic surgery. Patients have given Dr. Krauss an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 49 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Pacific Eye & Ear Specialists

2125 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90404
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

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
3.9 
49 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Monica , CASanta Monica , CABeverly Hills , CALos Angeles , CA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: New York Medical College Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Howard R. Krauss

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Options
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Howard R. Krauss has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Howard R. Krauss has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abducens Nerve Diseases
  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • General Surgeon
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Howard R. Krauss holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1977.

NPI Number

Howard R. Krauss' NPI number is 1114950060.

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Which hospitals is Howard Krauss affiliated with?
Howard Krauss is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
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