Overview
Janice Contreras is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Galveston, Texas.
Dr. Contreras is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, and Glaucoma.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
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- MEDICARE SNP
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- MEDICARE PDP
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555
700 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Janice Contreras
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Janice Contreras?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Janice Contreras by calling their office at 409-772-2222. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Janice Contreras a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Janice Contreras is classified as an Advanced expert for Cataract, 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. Janice Contreras specialize in?
While Dr. Janice Contreras is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Blepharitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Janice Contreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Janice Contreras accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 409-772-2222 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- BlepharitisDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- GlaucomaDr. Contreras isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AmblyopiaDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- ChalazionDr. Contreras isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.


