Overview
Michael Caplan is an Ophthalmologist in Houston, Texas. Dr. Caplan is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Pterygium, and Pinguecula.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Specialties
Licenses
Languages Spoken
Gender
Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE
- PPO
Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
3100 Weslayan St Ste 400, Houston, TX 77027
7438 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011
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.
Retina Consultants Of Houston PLLC
Charles Wykoff is an Ophthalmologist in Bellaire, Texas. Dr. Wykoff is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Macular Edema (DME), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
Stephen Pflugfelder, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Stephen Pflugfelder specializes in Ophthalmology (Eye) and works at BCM Ophthalmology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-6100. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted. Dr. Pflugfelder is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis, Dacryoadenitis, and Corneal Transplant.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
My work focuses on analyzing and improving the quality of clinical and surgical care in the field of retinal diseases. I am passionate about improving the quality of life for my patients by preserving and restoring their vision, but am also very interested in treating people on a larger scale. One way of doing so is by evaluating treatment outcomes across populations, and then identifying factors that contribute to excellent outcomes. I also specialize in the medical and surgical management of complex conditions including retinal detachment, epiretinal membrane, floaters, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Weng is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael Caplan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Caplan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael Caplan by calling their office at 713-526-1600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael Caplan a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael 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 Caplan specialize in?
While Dr. Michael 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 Caplan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael Caplan has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Michael 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 Caplan accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael Caplan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-526-1600 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
- 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.