Mitul C. Mehta
Expertise in
27
conditions
Expertise in
27
conditions
850 Health Sciences Road, 
Irvine, CA 

Overview

Dr. Mitul C. Mehta is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in medical and surgical diseases of the retina. His clinical interests include age-related macular degeneration (AMD), epiretinal membranes, macular holes, radiation retinopathy and uveitis.Mehta earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of USC in Los Angeles. After completing his ophthalmology residency at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Cincinnati, Ohio, he completed fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai in New York City.In addition to caring for patients with vitreoretinal disorders, Mehta teaches medical students, residents and fellows. He also conducts research on surgical devices and techniques, as well as on vitreoretinal diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). He is the editor of the retina section of the surgical education website, CSurgeries.com.Mehta sees patients atUCI Medical Center in OrangeandGavin Herbert Eye Institute in Irvine.

Dr. Mehta is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, and Vitrectomy.

Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 28 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

University Of Southern California

Residency

University of Cincinnati - Ophthalmology

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Fellowships

New York Eye & Ear Infirmary - Vitreoretinal Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Uci Health-Orange
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Providence St. Jude Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Awards

Physicians of Excellence
Orange County Medical Association — 2020-2021
2023

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
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CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
SCAN Health Plan
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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Locations

UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Irvine
850 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
Other Locations
UCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute - Orange
101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, Orange, CA 92868
UCI Health - Brea Outpatient Center
380 West Central Avenue, Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821
UC Irvine Family Health Center - Santa Ana
800 North Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
UCI Health - Irvine
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
UC Irvine Medical Center
101 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Mehta 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.

Uveitis
Diabetic Retinopathy

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. Mitul C. Mehta

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Is Dr. Mitul C. Mehta a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mitul C. Mehta is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Mitul C. Mehta specialize in?

While Dr. Mitul C. Mehta is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Mitul C. Mehta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Mitul C. Mehta has published 28 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Mitul C. Mehta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Mitul C. Mehta accept my insurance?

Dr. Mitul C. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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