Summary

Dr. Richard Kaplon is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who has dedicated 37 years to treating complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Kaplon speaks English and brings nearly four decades of surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Kaplon is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center and practices in Carmel, New York. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and focuses particularly on heart conditions that affect women differently than men. His expertise extends to managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive adequate blood flow.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 37 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Richard Kaplon

672 Stoneleigh AveCarmel, NY 10512
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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Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Carmel , NYPomona , NYBrooklyn , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Toronto Medical School Med School: Tirana University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Kaplon

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Kaplon has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard Kaplon has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Richard Kaplon holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Connecticut and New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Richard Kaplon's NPI number is 1891747390.

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Richard Kaplon's office is located at 672 Stoneleigh Ave, Carmel, NY, 10512.
Which hospitals is Richard Kaplon affiliated with?
Richard Kaplon is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center.

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