Summary

Dr. Irene Draga is an ophthalmologist who graduated from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed her residency at Cabrini Medical Center. With four decades of experience in eye care, she has built extensive expertise in treating a wide range of vision conditions. Dr. Draga is fluent in both English and Spanish.

She practices at multiple locations including New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, and her own practice in Bayside, New York. Dr. Draga specializes in treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, while she also performs advanced retinal imaging. Patients have rated her 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 40 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Cabrini Medical Center
  • 17 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Irene E Draga has 3 locations

Draga Eye Care And Surgery

20801 Northern Blvd Ste 2Bayside, NY 11361
Mon8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

New York Eye And Ear Infirmary Of Mount Sinai

310 E 14th StNew York, NY 10003

Flushing Hospital Medical Center

4500 Parsons BlvdFlushing, NY 11355

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Dr. Irene E Draga, MDDr. Sandra C Belmont, ODDr. Steven Vale, MDDr James Maisel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.7 
4.4 
4.9 
40 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Italian
Bayside , NYNew York , NYScranton , PAHicksville , NY
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Irene E Draga

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Irene E Draga has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Irene E Draga has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Irene E Draga 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 Cabrini Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Draga's NPI number is 1962593673.

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Where is Dr. Irene Draga's office located?
Dr. Irene Draga's office is located at 20801 Northern Blvd Ste 2, Bayside, NY, 11361.
What languages does Dr. Irene Draga speak?
Dr. Irene Draga speaks English and Spanish.
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