Summary

Dr. Richard Ou treats cataracts and glaucoma and performs eye exams and retinal imaging. He practices ophthalmology and is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest. Board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Dr. Ou completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. He sees patients in Houston and Sugar Land, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ou 4.08 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 27 years of experience
  • 66 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Ophthalmology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 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 J. Ou has 3 locations

Houston Eye Associates

12121 Richmond Ave Ste 110Houston, TX 77082
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

Houston Eye Associates

1447 Highway 6 Suite 110Sugar Land, TX 77478
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

Houston Eye Associates

915 Gessner Rd Suite 250Houston, TX 77024
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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27 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Houston , TXWebster , TXHouston , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Med School: Baylor College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard J. Ou

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Clover Health
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Gateway Health
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Memorial Hermann - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Renaissance
  • Renaissance - Medicare
  • Staywell Insurance
  • Superior Vision
  • Superior Vision - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision - PPO
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Richard J. Ou has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard J. Ou has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Richard J. Ou is board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Ophthalmology; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Richard J. Ou's NPI number is 1053319301.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard Ou accepting new patients?
Richard Ou is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Richard Ou's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Richard Ou's office located?
Richard Ou's office is located at 12121 Richmond Ave Ste 110, Houston, TX, 77082.
Does Richard Ou accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Richard Ou has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Richard Ou accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Ou accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Ou?
You can find contact information for Richard Ou here on Vitals.

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