Expertise in
7
conditions
Expertise in
7
conditions
Office
1675 Aurora Ct, 
Aurora, CO 

Overview

Cara Capitena is an Ophthalmologist in Aurora, Colorado. Dr. Capitena is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Glaucoma, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of South Florida College Of Medicine

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in CO

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Colorado Hospital Authority

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Denver Health Medical Plan
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Devoted Health
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
EmblemHealth
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Humana
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Kaiser Permanente
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Louisiana Healthcare Connections
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Managed Medicaid
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Medica
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
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Moda Health
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  • PPO
Northern Plains Alliance
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Premera Blue Cross
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
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SelectHealth
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
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VibrantRx
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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Locations

Office
1675 Aurora Ct, Aurora, CO 80045
Other Locations
Office
1675 Aurora Ct Ste F731, Aurora, CO 80045

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cara Capitena

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cara Capitena?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Cara Capitena by calling their office at 720-848-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cara Capitena a top-rated expert for Optic Atrophy Type 1?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cara Capitena is classified as an Distinguished expert for Optic Atrophy Type 1, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Cara Capitena specialize in?

While Dr. Cara Capitena is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Cara Capitena participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Cara Capitena has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Optic Atrophy Type 1. You can view a list of Dr. Cara Capitena's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Cara Capitena accept my insurance?

Dr. Cara Capitena accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 720-848-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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