Summary

Dr. Richard Abbott specializes in ophthalmology, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to eye care in San Francisco. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed his residency training at Jackson Health System. With 55 years of clinical experience, Dr. Abbott has established himself as a seasoned practitioner in the field of eye medicine. He is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred languages.

Dr. Abbott practices at multiple locations throughout San Francisco, including the University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion and several UCSF ophthalmology clinics. His extensive affiliations with UCSF's comprehensive eye care network provide patients access to advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities. The UCSF Laser Vision Center represents one of his key practice locations, where patients can receive specialized vision correction services. His long-standing career in ophthalmology has allowed him to develop expertise across the full spectrum of eye conditions and surgical procedures.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 55 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Jackson Health System
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lee Abbott has 8 locations

Ucsf Laser Vision Center

8 Koret Way Beckman Vision CtrSan Francisco, CA 94143
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

University Of California San Francisco Department Of Ophthalmology

8 Koret Way Ste U545San Francisco, CA 94143
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

San Francisco General Hospital Ophthalmology

1001 Potrero Ave Ste 4M39San Francisco, CA 94110
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

University Of California San Francisco Ophthalmology

400 Parnassus Ave Ste A750San Francisco, CA 94143
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

Ucsf School Of Medicine

10 Koret WaySan Francisco, CA 94143

Ucsf Laser Vision Center

490 Illinois StSan Francisco, CA 94158
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
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4.3 
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55 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Francisco , CASan Jose , CADaly City , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lee Abbott

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lee Abbott has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Jackson Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Abbott's NPI number is 1346276573.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Abbott affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Abbott is affiliated with University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion.
Does Dr. Richard Abbott accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Richard Abbott accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Abbott has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Richard Abbott accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Richard Abbott's office located?
Dr. Richard Abbott's office is located at 8 Koret Way Beckman Vision Ctr, San Francisco, CA, 94143.

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