Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
2815 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 200, 
Lakeland, FL 

Overview

Hershel Patel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Lakeland, Florida.

Dr. Patel is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endophthalmitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy.

Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Univ Of South Florida College Of Medicine

Residency

University of South Florida College of Medicine , Ophthalmology

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in FL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Freedom Health
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Martin's Point Generations
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
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

Center For Retina & Mascular Disease
2815 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 200, Lakeland, FL 33805
Other Locations
Center For Retina & Mascular Disease
1655 E Highway 50 Ste 204, Clermont, FL 34711
Center For Retina & Mascular Disease
5233 US Highway 27 N, Sebring, FL 33870
Center For Retina & Macular Disease
4636 Bellwether Ln, Oxford, FL 34484

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. Hershel R. Patel

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Hershel R. Patel?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Hershel R. Patel by calling their office at 863-297-5400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Hershel R. Patel a top-rated expert for Endophthalmitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Hershel R. Patel is classified as an Advanced expert for Endophthalmitis, 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. Hershel R. Patel specialize in?

While Dr. Hershel R. Patel is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Endophthalmitis, 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. Hershel R. Patel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Hershel R. Patel has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Endophthalmitis. You can view a list of Dr. Hershel R. Patel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Hershel R. Patel accept my insurance?

Dr. Hershel R. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 863-297-5400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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