Summary

Dr. Richard Koty is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision disorders. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 36 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Koty brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. He provides care in English.

Dr. Koty is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn and sees patients at locations in Plainview, New York, Miller Place, and Manhattan. His expertise includes treating eye muscle disorders like strabismus, contact lens-related infections, and corneal inflammation known as keratitis. He performs specialized procedures such as detailed retinal imaging to examine the back of the eye, comprehensive eye examinations using ophthalmoscopy, and surgical correction of eye alignment problems. Patients rate Dr. Koty 4.2 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 36 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Richard Elliott Koty has 3 locations

Richard Elliott Koty

146 Manetto Hill Rd Ste 170Plainview, NY 11803
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

Richard Elliott Koty

157 E 72nd StNew York, NY 10021
Mon9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Richard Elliott Koty

159 Route 25A Ste B2BMiller Place, NY 11764
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

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Richard Elliott Koty, MDDr. Tongalp H. Tezel, MDDr. Aliaa Hamed Abdelhakim, MD, PhDDr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.2 
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36 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks French, German, Turkish Speaks English, Spanish
Plainview , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Elliott Koty

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Consumer Health Network
  • Coventry
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company
  • EmblemHealth Plan Inc
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis
  • First Health Network
  • Great West Healthcare
  • Health Insurance Plan of Greater Network
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • MVP Health Care
  • Northwell Direct Network
  • Oscar
  • Oxford
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Private Healthcare Systems
  • The New York State Health Insurance Program
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Elliott Koty has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard Elliott Koty has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Richard Elliott Koty holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Richard Elliott Koty's NPI number is 1003923038.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Richard Koty affiliated with?
Richard Koty is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn.
What languages does Richard Koty speak?
Richard Koty speaks English.
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