James Major
Expertise in
9
conditions
Expertise in
9
conditions
4460 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, 
Bellaire, TX 

Overview

James Major is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bellaire, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 22 years.

Dr. Major is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Graduate Institution

Baylor College Of Medicine, 2004

Residency

Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine-Surgery

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in TX

Fellowships

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute - University of Miami Miller School of Medicine 2008

Hospital Affiliations

Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital
Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

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
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
FirstCare
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Scott and White Health
  • HMO
  • POS
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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

4460 Bissonnet St, Ste 200, Bellaire, TX 77401
Other Locations
10100 Katy Fwy, Ste 100, Houston, TX 77043
10130 Louetta Rd, Ste G, Houston, TX 77070

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. James Major

How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Major?

You can book an appointment with Dr. James Major by calling their office at 713-524-3434. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James Major a top-rated expert for Retinal Detachment?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Major 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. James Major specialize in?

While Dr. James Major 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. James Major participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James Major has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Retinal Detachment. You can view a list of Dr. James Major's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James Major accept my insurance?

Dr. James Major accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-524-3434 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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