Summary

Dr. Matthew Hecht is an ophthalmologist with 32 years of experience treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency training in ophthalmology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, along with additional residency work at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine. Dr. Hecht is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Hecht practices at the Hecht Eye Institute in Lawndale, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Memorial Hospital of Gardena. He specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, helping patients preserve and restore their vision. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye conditions, as well as comprehensive vision testing. Patients rate Dr. Hecht 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 32 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Matthew Hecht has 2 locations

Hecht Eye Institute

4161 Redondo Beach Blvd # 3Lawndale, CA 90260
Mon9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hecht Eye Institute

4161 Redondo Beach BlvdLawndale, CA 90260

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3.2 
32 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English, Italian, Farsi Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Lawndale , CALos Angeles , CABeverly Hills , CAWest Hollywood , CA
Med School: University of Minnesota Med School Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew Hecht

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareMore
  • CareMore - HMO
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Group
  • GEHA
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Matthew Hecht has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Matthew Hecht has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Matthew Hecht holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year, University of Hawaii Program, University of Nebraska / College of Medicine in 1998, and University Of Hawaii John a Burns School Of Med in 1995.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Minnesota Med School in 1994 and University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn in 1994.

NPI Number

Matthew Hecht's NPI number is 1184783508.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Matthew Hecht accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Matthew Hecht has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Matthew Hecht's office located?
Matthew Hecht's office is located at 4161 Redondo Beach Blvd # 3, Lawndale, CA, 90260.
Which hospitals is Matthew Hecht affiliated with?
Matthew Hecht is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Gardena.
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