Expertise in
11
conditions
Expertise in
11
conditions
The Retina Group Of Washington PLLC
16901 Melford Blvd Ste 111, 
Bowie, MD 

Overview

Eric Weichel is an Ophthalmologist in Bowie, Maryland. Dr. Weichel is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Endophthalmitis, and Vitrectomy.

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

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in DC

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Johns Hopkins Healthcare
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

The Retina Group of Washington PLLC
16901 Melford Blvd Ste 111, Bowie, MD 20715
Other Locations
The Retina Group of Washington PLLC
2002 Medical Pkwy Ste 450, Annapolis, MD 21401

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. Eric Weichel

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Weichel?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric Weichel by calling their office at 301-805-5395. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Eric Weichel a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric Weichel is classified as an Distinguished expert for Retinal Detachment, 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. Eric Weichel specialize in?

While Dr. Eric Weichel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Eric Weichel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eric Weichel has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. Eric Weichel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eric Weichel accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric Weichel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-805-5395 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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