Summary

Dr. Jay Fleischman is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with over five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and completed his residency training at both the Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program and the prestigious Wilmer Institute at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Fleischman is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.

Dr. Fleischman practices at Phelps Hospital and sees patients at SightMD NY in Bronx, New York. His expertise includes treating cataracts and managing diabetes-related eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy. He performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients rate Dr. Fleischman an average of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 51 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

SightMD NY Bronx

1200 Waters Pl Ste 304Bronx, NY 10461
Mon9:00 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

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Dr Jay A Fleischman, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr. Alexander Rabinovich, MDDr. Sandra C Belmont, OD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
3.9 
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51 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Russian Speaks English
Bronx , NYBellmore , NYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Upstate Medical University Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Jay A Fleischman

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Northwell Direct
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr Jay A Fleischman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Jay A Fleischman has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr Jay A Fleischman holds an expired medical license in the states of Connecticut and New York. 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 expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program and Wilmer Institute Johns Hopkins.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr Fleischman's NPI number is 1497750673.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr Jay Fleischman speak?
Dr Jay Fleischman speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr Jay Fleischman affiliated with?
Dr Jay Fleischman is affiliated with Phelps Hospital.
Is Dr Jay Fleischman accepting new patients?
Dr Jay Fleischman is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Jay Fleischman's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr Jay Fleischman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Jay Fleischman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr Jay Fleischman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Jay Fleischman accepts on their Vitals profile.

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