Summary

Dr. William Schiff is an ophthalmologist who has been caring for patients' vision needs for 38 years. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. His extensive experience in eye care has made him a trusted specialist in the field of ophthalmology. Dr. Schiff communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Schiff is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital and practices in New York, NY. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions including retinal detachment and age-related macular degeneration. His expertise extends to managing posterior vitreous detachment, a common eye condition that can affect vision. Dr. Schiff performs comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital
  • 9 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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38 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, French Speaks English
New York , NYSouth Plainfield , NJNew York , NYSouth Plainfield , NJ
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Merril Schiff

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Fidelis
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NY Hotel Trade Council
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax
  • VISION
  • VNS Health
  • Wellcare
  • WTC (World Trade Center Program)

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Merril Schiff has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Merril Schiff has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinal Perforations
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital

Medical School

New York University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. William Schiff affiliated with?
Dr. William Schiff is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital.
Does Dr. William Schiff accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. William Schiff accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. William Schiff speak?
Dr. William Schiff speaks English.
Does Dr. William Schiff accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. William Schiff has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. William Schiff's office located?
Dr. William Schiff's office is located at 210 E 64th St, New York, NY, 10065.

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