Overview
Michael Caplan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in El Campo, Texas.
Dr. Caplan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Pterygium, and Pinguecula.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Caplan is currently accepting new patients.
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- MEDICARE MAPD
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- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Dr. Caplan has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Michael B. Caplan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael B. Caplan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael B. Caplan by calling their office at 979-543-6821. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael B. Caplan a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael B. Caplan is classified as an Distinguished 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. Michael B. Caplan specialize in?
While Dr. Michael B. Caplan is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Glaucoma, and Pterygium. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Michael B. Caplan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael B. Caplan has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Michael B. Caplan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael B. Caplan accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael B. Caplan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 979-543-6821 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.
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- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Caplan isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Advanced
- GlaucomaDr. Caplan isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- PterygiumDr. Caplan isAdvanced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AmblyopiaDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- BlepharitisDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- PingueculaDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Pinguecula.
- PresbyopiaDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Presbyopia.
- PtosisDr. Caplan isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.