Summary

Dr. Michael Cusick treats diabetic retinopathy, diabetic eye disease, and age-related macular degeneration, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He practices ophthalmology in Charlottesville, Virginia, and has 27 years of experience.

Dr. Cusick is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University, completed residencies at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Johns Hopkins University, and completed a fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in 2010. He is affiliated with Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Cusick 4.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 27 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 51 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Michael Cusick has 4 locations

UVA Health Eye Clinic

1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 2Charlottesville, VA 22903
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

UVA Health Eye Clinic Northridge

2955 Ivy Rd. (250 West)Charlottesville, VA 22903
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

UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Center

1204 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22903
Mon5:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue5:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu5:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri5:30 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

UVA Health Surgical Care Riverside

2331 Seminole Ln Ste 201Charlottesville, VA 22901
Mon6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Michael Cusick, MDDr. Matthew Thomas Stich, MDDr. Robert Eugene SearleDr. Chad Schaefer Marcantonio, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.8 
5 
1 
27 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Charlottesville , VATroy , VACharlottesville , VACharlottesville , VA
Med School: Georgetown University (Graduate) Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Cusick

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empire Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Innovation Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Michael Cusick has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Michael Cusick has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Michael Cusick holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology in 2009.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Duke University Medical Center in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins University in 2008 and Lehigh Valley Hospital in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University (Graduate) in 2020, Georgetown University in 2004, and Georgetown University in 1999.

NPI Number

Michael Cusick's NPI number is 1275670291.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Michael Cusick?
You can find contact information for Michael Cusick here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Michael Cusick affiliated with?
Michael Cusick is affiliated with Penn State Health Saint Joseph Medical Center.
Where is Michael Cusick's office located?
Michael Cusick's office is located at 1300 Jefferson Park Ave Fl 2, Charlottesville, VA, 22903.
Does Michael Cusick accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Michael Cusick has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Michael Cusick speak?
Michael Cusick speaks English.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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