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Alexandra Pappas, MD, Ms, FAAO

Alexandra Pappas, MD, Ms, FAAO

Optum Provider

Specialty

Ophthalmology

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

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156 reviews

    • Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Knowledgeable & informative

    • Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She has successfully treated my CME for several years, explaining everything along the way, and involving me in the treatment plan. She is extremely efficient. Dr. Pappas' has also done so for my husband and mother in law. We greatly respect her.

    • Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very excellent

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She's the best. I have already recommended her to many people.

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Pappas is personable, makes you feel comfortable and explains everything she is doing.

    • Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr.Pappas explains what she is doing and the results of the exam in an easy to understand format.

    • Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Pappas is a wonderful doctor. No matter how busy, she is always smiling and compassionate.

    • Reviewed on Jul 3, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I have been with her since 2008 before Optum and followed her because she is tops in her field.

    • Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She is the best , caring opthamologist I have met !

    • Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She is the best. Very thorough and polite. Extremely easy to talk to and explains everything very thoroughly and makes sure you understand.

    • Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Expert in her field. Explains test results thoroughly. Recommends a plan of treatment. Asks for patient input on how the patient would like to proceed and listens attentively to the patient's views.

    • Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    excellent and caring doctor who provides clear information

    • Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She explains everything, test results and progress.

    • Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Because she is GREAT; knowledgeable, gentle, kind, caring!

    • Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She has saved my eyesight and I’m very grateful

    • Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Pappas explains what she’ll be doing, reviewing the results & tells me what the next steps may be regarding my eye sight. She takes the time to listen carefully & if I have any questions or concerns she answers them.

    • Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026
    • Verified Review

    clarity of prognosis and medical sitartion

    • Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She is competent, compassionate and so much more

    • Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Excellent care. Dr Pappas took me as an emergency visit and was extremely kind and informative about my condition

    • Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
    • Verified Review

    She’s the best there is

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  • About Alexandra Pappas, MD, Ms, FAAO

    Alexandra Pappas, MD, is an ophthalmologist specializing in medical retina.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Pappas focuses on careful evaluation and individualized care.

    Gender

    Female

    Board certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Licenses

    NY, 243328

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1295854925

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Healthfirst
    • Humana
    • MVP Healthcare
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MetroPlus
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UMR
  • Education

    Medical School

    • Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (UMDNJ)

    Residency

    • New York Medical College