Summary

Dr. Michael Samuel is an ophthalmologist who earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. With 27 years of experience treating eye conditions, he specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in retinal disorders. Dr. Samuel is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Samuel practices at multiple Acuity Eye Group locations throughout California, including Palm Desert, Murrieta, Pasadena, La Quinta, Palm Springs, San Diego, and Indio. He also sees patients at La Jolla Laser Vision and Eye Center and maintains an affiliation with Ahmc Garfield Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. Dr. Samuel performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 27 years of experience
  • 95 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Abraham Samuel has 9 locations

Acuity Eye Group

44139 Monterey Ave Ste APalm Desert, CA 92260
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

Acuity Eye Group

40690 California Oaks Rd Ste BMurrieta, CA 92562
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Acuity Eye Group

100 E California BlvdPasadena, CA 91105
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

La Jolla Laser Vision And Eye Center

9850 Genesee Ave Ste 310La Jolla, CA 92037
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

Acuity Eye Group La Quinta

47474 Washington StLa Quinta, CA 92253
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

Acuity Eye Group & Retina Institute of California

1801 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 200Palm Springs, CA 92262

Acuity Eye Group San Diego

6945 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115

Acuity Eye Group Indio

81893 Doctor Carreon Blvd Ste 2Indio, CA 92201
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Michael Abraham Samuel, MDDr. Jahran Tajran, MDDr. Colin Bacorn, MDDr. Kyle M. Green, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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3.8 
27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Palm Desert , CATemecula , CAEl Centro , CAEl Centro , CA
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit, MI Med School: Washington University in St. Louis Med School: Keck School of Medicine of USC
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Abraham Samuel

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group - HMO
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Envolve Benefit Options - HMO
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Freedom Health
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • InterCommunity Health Network CCO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • Regence BlueShield
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Security Life
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Maryland Health Partners
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • VSP
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Abraham Samuel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Abraham Samuel 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

27 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Abraham Samuel holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Samuel's NPI number is 1730175670.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Samuel affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Samuel is affiliated with Ahmc Garfield Medical Center Lp.
What languages does Dr. Michael Samuel speak?
Dr. Michael Samuel speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Michael Samuel's office located?
Dr. Michael Samuel's office is located at 44139 Monterey Ave Ste A, Palm Desert, CA, 92260.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Samuel?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Samuel here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Michael Samuel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Samuel accepts on their Vitals profile.

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