Summary

Dr. Edward Raab is an ophthalmologist with an impressive 68 years of experience in eye care. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1964. Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Raab has developed expertise in comprehensive eye care and vision correction. He is fluent in English, Korean, Russian, and Spanish, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Raab practices at Elmhurst Hospital Center in New York, NY. His clinical focus includes treating common vision problems such as nearsightedness, crossed eyes, and irregular corneal curvature that causes blurred vision. He performs comprehensive eye examinations and specialized diabetes-related eye screenings to help patients maintain healthy vision. Patients have given Dr. Raab an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 68 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Korean, Russian, Spanish
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Edward L Raab

17 East 102nd Street 8th Floor-WestNew York, NY 10029
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.5 
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68 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Korean, Russian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, French
New York , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NYNew York , NY
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: Northeast Ohio Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Edward L Raab

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • 32BJ Health Fund
  • AETNA - Commercial
  • AETNA - Medicare
  • Amidacare Medicaid
  • Anthem/Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Commercial
  • Centivo
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth - GHI-PPO
  • EmblemHealth - HIP
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicaid
  • EmblemHealth - HIP-Medicare
  • Fidelis Health Care
  • HealthFirst Medicaid
  • HealthFirst Medicare
  • Horizon NJ
  • Magnacare-Health Care
  • Medicare - NJ
  • Medicare - NY
  • Metroplus
  • Multiplan PHCS
  • NJ Medicaid
  • NY Medicaid
  • Oscar
  • Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
  • United Health Care - Commercial
  • United Health Care - Empire Plan
  • United Health Care - Oxford Care
  • United Health Care - UMR Top Tier

Medical Specialties

Edward L Raab has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Edward L Raab has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

68 Years Experience

Edward L Raab holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in 1964.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 1958.

NPI Number

Edward L Raab's NPI number is 1417919135.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Edward Raab affiliated with?
Edward Raab is affiliated with Elmhurst Hospital Center.
Does Edward Raab accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Edward Raab accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Edward Raab's office located?
Edward Raab's office is located at 17 East 102nd Street 8th Floor-West, New York, NY, 10029.
Is Edward Raab accepting new patients?
Edward Raab is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Edward Raab's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Edward Raab accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Edward Raab has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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