Summary

Dr. Nicholas Binder specializes in ophthalmology, bringing 17 years of experience to comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Irvine College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Missouri Health System. Dr. Binder is fluent in Spanish and Vietnamese, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout the San Diego area.

Dr. Binder practices at multiple locations across San Diego County, including San Diego, Escondido, El Cajon, and Encinitas. He focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His practice includes comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and tonometry to measure eye pressure. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 17 years of experience
  • 82 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
  • University Of Missouri Health System
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Nicholas Richard Binder has 6 locations

6945 El Cajon Blvd

6945 El Cajon Blvd Ste 107BSan Diego, CA 92115

West Coast Eye Care

830 W Valley Pkwy Ste 300Escondido, CA 92025

Acuity Eye Group El Cajon

300 S PIERCE ST STE 201EL CAJON, CA 92020
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 - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Acuity Eye Group Escondido

700 W EL NORTE PKWY STE 200ESCONDIDO, CA 92026
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

6945 El Cajon Blvd

6945 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115

Acuity Eye Group

320 Santa Fe Dr Ste 104Encinitas, CA 92024
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

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Arabic, English
San Diego , CAChula Vista , CAEl Centro , CAEl Cajon , CA
Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine Med School: Boston University School of Medicine in Boston, MA Med School: Ohio State University College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nicholas Richard Binder

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • ArchCare
  • ArchCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Cofinity
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - HMO
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Magellan Health - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - HMO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • VSP
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nicholas Richard Binder has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nicholas Richard Binder has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. Nicholas Richard Binder 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

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Missouri Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Binder's NPI number is 1306076716.

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Where is Dr. Nicholas Binder's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Binder's office is located at 6945 El Cajon Blvd Ste 107B, San Diego, CA, 92115.
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