Summary

Dr. Josh Amato specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and surgical treatments. They graduated from St Louis University School of Medicine and bring 26 years of experience to their practice. Dr. Amato speaks both English and Spanish, helping them connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Amato practices at Mercy Hospital Saint Louis and sees patients in Des Peres, Missouri. They treat conditions such as cataracts, posterior vitreous detachment, and posterior capsule opacity. Their surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, while they also provide specialized care for diabetic eye conditions and glaucoma management. Patients rate Dr. Amato 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 26 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Louis University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Ophthalmology Consultants

12990 Manchester Rd Ste 201Des Peres, MO 63131
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Josh Amato

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Davis Vision
  • Dean Health Plan
  • DentaQuest
  • Devoted Health
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • EyeMed
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Quiktrip
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • United American - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Josh Amato has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Josh Amato has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Josh Amato holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from St Louis University School Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Josh Amato's NPI number is 1467401828.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Josh Amato affiliated with?
Josh Amato is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Saint Louis.
How can I make an appointment with Josh Amato?
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Does Josh Amato accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Josh Amato has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Josh Amato accepting new patients?
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Where is Josh Amato's office located?
Josh Amato's office is located at 12990 Manchester Rd Ste 201, Des Peres, MO, 63131.

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