Summary

Dr. Melissa Smith treats cataracts and performs intraocular lens (IOL) implants and cataract surgery. She has practiced ophthalmology for 32 years and is affiliated with Northbay Vacavalley Hospital.

Dr. Smith completed her residency at Stanford University School of Medicine and sees patients in San Marcos, Wimberley, and New Braunfels, Texas. She speaks Chinese and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Smith 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 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. Melissa Smith has 3 locations

Central Texas Eye Center

2430 S Interstate 35 Ste 106San Marcos, TX 78666
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Central Texas Eye Center

14500 Ranch Road 12Wimberley, TX 78676
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Central Texas Eye Center

1099 N Walnut Ave Ste DNew Braunfels, TX 78130
MonClosed
Tue1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
San Marcos , TXSan Antonio , TXKyle , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Rosenberg School of Optometry Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Smith

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CalOptima
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Smith has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Smith has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Melissa Smith holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Smith's NPI number is 1922198621.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Melissa Smith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Melissa Smith has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Melissa Smith speak?
Dr. Melissa Smith speaks Chinese and Spanish.
Does Dr. Melissa Smith accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melissa Smith accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Smith?
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Is Dr. Melissa Smith accepting new patients?
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Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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