Summary

Dr. Ganesh Rau is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has dedicated over two decades to providing comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and brings 22 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Rau is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities throughout New Jersey.

Dr. Rau practices at multiple Palisade Eye Associates locations in Jersey City, Union, and Bayonne, and maintains hospital privileges at Christ Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and dry eye conditions, including keratoconjunctivitis sicca. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and cataract surgery to help restore patients' vision and eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rau highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 22 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Portuguese
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
  • 49 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Ganesh Udipi Rau has 3 locations

Palisade Eye Associates

203 Palisade AveJersey City, NJ 07306
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:30 pm
SunClosed

Palisade Eye Associates

727 Galloping Hill RdUnion, NJ 07083
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Palisade Eye Associates

594 BroadwayBayonne, NJ 07002
Mon9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:30 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Ganesh Udipi Rau, MDDr. Sandra C Belmont, ODDr. Stephen M Kronenberg, MDDr. George Tung, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.4 
4.2 
3.9 
22 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Portuguese Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Jersey City , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYBellmore , NY
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Universite Libre De Bruxelles Faculte De Medecine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ganesh Udipi Rau

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • EmblemHealth
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PreferredOne
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ganesh Udipi Rau has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ganesh Udipi Rau has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Ganesh Udipi Rau holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Rau's NPI number is 1174671291.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ganesh Rau accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ganesh Rau accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ganesh Rau affiliated with?
Dr. Ganesh Rau is affiliated with Christ Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ganesh Rau?
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What languages does Dr. Ganesh Rau speak?
Dr. Ganesh Rau speaks Spanish and Portuguese.
Does Dr. Ganesh Rau accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ganesh Rau has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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