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Howard Charles, MD

Howard Charles, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Ophthalmology

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.
Monday 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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246 reviews

    • Reviewed on May 30, 2026
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    All Around Excellent!!!!!

    • Reviewed on May 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Because I am satisfied.

    • Reviewed on May 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very empathetic and knowledgeable I would recommend him highly

    • Reviewed on May 26, 2026
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    He is knowledgeable and communicates well.

    • Reviewed on May 25, 2026
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    Intelligent kind and caring

    • Reviewed on May 25, 2026
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    Dr Charles was courteous and very knowledgeable

    • Reviewed on May 23, 2026
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    He is very thoughtful and professional

    • Reviewed on May 23, 2026
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    Excellent

    • Reviewed on May 22, 2026
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    His professional demeanor, knowledge, putting patient at ease, not rushing,

    • Reviewed on May 21, 2026
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    He is professional and explains things and does not rush through the exam

    • Reviewed on May 19, 2026
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    He’s an excellent doctor who provides good clear explanations about my eye issues.

    • Reviewed on May 19, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Thorough explanation

    • Reviewed on May 19, 2026
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    Great doctor

    • Reviewed on May 17, 2026
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    I think he's the best in his field.

    • Reviewed on May 16, 2026
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    I have been under Dr. Charles care for a number of years. He is professional, thorough, kind. He is helping me keep my sight.

    • Reviewed on May 15, 2026
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    very caring and consciemtious

    • Reviewed on May 15, 2026
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    Pleasant, courteous and professional. Explained everything to me.

    • Reviewed on May 14, 2026
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    He’s great

    • Reviewed on May 13, 2026
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    He is a excellent at his job and I highly recommend him.

    • Reviewed on May 9, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He Cordial and definite about the care he he gives to his patients ‼️ Explains everything he does before he begins ‼️‼️

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  • About Howard Charles, MD

    Dr. Howard Charles is a board certified ophthalmologist. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed internship and residency training in New York academic medical centers.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Charles is dedicated to providing thoughtful eye care focused on long term vision and quality of life.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Licenses

    NY, 150384

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1427078310

  • 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
  • Medical School

    • Albany Medical College

    Residency

    • Montefiore Medical Center (NY)