Expertise in
34
conditions
Expertise in
34
conditions
1229 Broadway, 
Hewlett, NY 

Overview

Norman Saffra is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hewlett, New York.

Dr. Saffra is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract Removal.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 27 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Saffra is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NY

Fellowships

State University of NY Health Science Center/Brooklyn

Hospital Affiliations

Lenox Hill Hospital
New York Community Hospital Of Brooklyn, Inc.
St John's Episcopal Hospital At South Shore

Languages Spoken

English
Hebrew
Yiddish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CenterLight Healthcare
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetroPlus Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Northwell Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
The Wellness Plan Medical Centers
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
VNS Health
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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

1229 Broadway, Hewlett, NY 11557
Other Locations
902 49th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219

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. Norman A. Saffra

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Norman A. Saffra?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Norman A. Saffra by calling their office at 855-295-4144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Norman A. Saffra a top-rated expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Norman A. Saffra is classified as an Distinguished expert for Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, 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. Norman A. Saffra specialize in?

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

Does Dr. Norman A. Saffra participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Norman A. Saffra has published 27 articles and abstracts on conditions like Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. You can view a list of Dr. Norman A. Saffra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Norman A. Saffra accept my insurance?

Dr. Norman A. Saffra accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 855-295-4144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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