Summary

Dr. Michael Westafer treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts, and performs tonometry, vision tests, and visual field testing. He practices ophthalmology and internal medicine and has 14 years of experience.

Dr. Westafer earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia Hospital. He sees patients in Reno and Carson City, Nevada. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Westafer 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College Of Georgia Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Derek Westafer has 8 locations

Sierra Nevada Eye Center Reno

9468 Double R Blvd Ste BReno, NV 89521
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

Physicians Surgery Center Of Nevada

3475 Gs Richards Blvd # 130Carson City, NV 89703
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 - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Physicians Surgery Center Of Nevada

3475 Gs Richards Blvd Ste 110Carson City, NV 89703

Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center

1600 Medical PkwyCarson City, NV 89703

Visionary Surgery Center Of Nevada Llc

10463 Double R Blvd Ste 200Reno, NV 89521
Mon6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Consultants Of Nevada Llp

653 N Town Center Dr Ste 518Las Vegas, NV 89144
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE Med School: LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO STRITCH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Nevada School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Derek Westafer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Hometown Health
  • Hometown Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Prominence Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Utah Health Plans
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Derek Westafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Derek Westafer has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Derek Westafer holds an active medical license in the state of Nevada.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Dr. Westafer's NPI number is 1033473913.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Michael Westafer accepting new patients?
Dr. Michael Westafer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Michael Westafer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Michael Westafer accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Michael Westafer's office located?
Dr. Michael Westafer's office is located at 9468 Double R Blvd Ste B, Reno, NV, 89521.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Westafer?
You can find contact information for Dr. Michael Westafer here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Michael Westafer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Westafer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards

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