Summary

Dr. Richard Cape is an ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience treating eye conditions and vision problems. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Regional Medical Center. Dr. Cape speaks English and has built an extensive career focused on comprehensive eye care.

Dr. Cape practices at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. He specializes in treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. His expertise includes performing sedation procedures, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Cape 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Regional Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients
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37 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Dyersburg , TNJackson , TNMemphis , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Charles Cape

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MO HealthNet - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Charles Cape has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Charles Cape 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

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Regional Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Richard Cape accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Cape has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Cape accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Cape affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Cape is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Where is Dr. Richard Cape's office located?
Dr. Richard Cape's office is located at 400 E Tickle St, Dyersburg, TN, 38024.
What languages does Dr. Richard Cape speak?
Dr. Richard Cape speaks English.

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