Summary

Dr. Hal Schwartzstein is an ophthalmologist who specializes in eye care with a particular focus on pediatric ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree from A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, where he served as Chief Resident in 2015. Dr. Schwartzstein further advanced his training with a fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology at Northwestern University, completing this specialized program in 2016. With 16 years of experience in eye care, he speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Schwartzstein practices at the Northwell Health Eye Institute in Bethpage, New York. He treats conditions such as strabismus (crossed eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and computer vision syndrome. His practice includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye exams, and retinal imaging to assess and monitor eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 16 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Northwestern University ( Pediatric Ophthalmology )
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Northwell Health Eye Institute at Bethpage

4300 Hempstead TpkeBethpage, NY 11714

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Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Tamaulipas Facultad De Medicina De Tampico
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Hal Raymond Schwartzstein

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • VISION
  • VNS Health

Medical Specialties

Hal Raymond Schwartzstein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Hal Raymond Schwartzstein has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Hal Raymond Schwartzstein holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Northwestern University ( Pediatric Ophthalmology ) in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at St. John's Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway ( was a Chief Resident) in 2015.

Medical School

Graduated from A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Hal Raymond Schwartzstein's NPI number is 1760745046.

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Where is Hal Schwartzstein's office located?
Hal Schwartzstein's office is located at 4300 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage, NY, 11714.

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