Summary

Dr. Maria Valenzuela Arellano treats keratoconjunctivitis sicca, dry eyes, and posterior vitreous detachment, and performs eye exams, optical coherence tomography, and retinal imaging. She has practiced ophthalmology for 27 years and is affiliated with LCMC Health.

Dr. Valenzuela Arellano earned her medical degree from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Facultad de Medicina and sees patients in Columbia, Missouri. She speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Valenzuela Arellano 4.33 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 27 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile Facultad De Medicina
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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Maria A Valenzuela Arellano, MDDr. Dana Bryan Schoenleber, MDDr. Henry Kell YangDr. Philip Wilson III
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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27 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Columbia , MOColumbia , MOColumbia , MOColumbia , MO
Med School: Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Maria A Valenzuela Arellano

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Davis Vision
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Presbyterian Health Plan/Presbyterian Insurance Company
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Maria A Valenzuela Arellano has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Maria A Valenzuela Arellano has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Facial Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmologist

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Maria A Valenzuela Arellano 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 Pontificia Universidad Catolica De Chile Facultad De Medicina in 1999.

NPI Number

Maria A Valenzuela Arellano's NPI number is 1568761955.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Maria Valenzuela Arellano affiliated with?
Maria Valenzuela Arellano is affiliated with Lcmc Health.
Where is Maria Valenzuela Arellano's office located?
Maria Valenzuela Arellano's office is located at 1 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO, 65212.
Does Maria Valenzuela Arellano accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Maria Valenzuela Arellano accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Maria Valenzuela Arellano accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Maria Valenzuela Arellano has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Maria Valenzuela Arellano accepting new patients?
Maria Valenzuela Arellano is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Maria Valenzuela Arellano's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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