Summary

Dr. Richard Wacksman has practiced ophthalmology for 52 years and is affiliated with MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch. He completed his residency at University Hospital and sees patients in Bay City, West Branch, and Midland, Michigan. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Wacksman 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard L Wacksman has 3 locations

Bay Eye Care Center

116 N Tuscola RdBay City, MI 48708
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bay Eye Care Center

559 Progress St Ste DWest Branch, MI 48661
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

Bay Eye Care Center

1715 E Ashman StMidland, MI 48642
MonClosed
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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Dr. Richard L Wacksman, MDDr. Dennis Moore Tibble, MDDr. David William Burk, MDDr. John Michael Ogrady, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
5 
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52 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks French, Spanish
Bay City , MISaginaw , MIBay City , MISaginaw , MI
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard L Wacksman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard L Wacksman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard L Wacksman 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

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Wacksman's NPI number is 1114934312.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Wacksman speak?
Dr. Richard Wacksman speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Wacksman?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Wacksman here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Wacksman affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Wacksman is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center West Branch.
Does Dr. Richard Wacksman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Wacksman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Wacksman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Wacksman accepts on their Vitals profile.

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