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Howard Charles, MD

Howard Charles, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology)

Languages

English

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217 reviews

    • Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
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    He is extremely competent and knowledgeable.

    • Reviewed on Jul 24, 2026
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    He is just great

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
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    Dr. Charles is incredibly patient and thorough in caring for his patients.

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
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    Because he saved my sight 20 years ago and because of him I have my eyes under control

    • Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026
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    Excellent physician, wonderful manner, thorough explanations, competent in every way!

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    He is professional, knowledgeable and an expert in his field.

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    he's great!

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    Amazing doctor

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    Very qualified and easy to talk to and explains everything that is going to happen and why

    • Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026
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    Excellent doctor who pays attention to the condition of the eye and address the issue with ease and comfort.

    • Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026
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    always great been seeing him for 7 years

    • Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026
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    Awesome Doc, very professional and knowledgable

    • Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026
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    I was so satisfied with the experience of having my other eye taken care of there as well...

    • Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026
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    Kind and caring

    • Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026
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    He’s professional, knowledgeable and compassionate.

    • Reviewed on Jul 7, 2026
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    Dr. Charles is a very caring and competent doctor

    • Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026
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    he is thorough and takes time to review info with me

    • Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026
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    Thorough, detailed, easy to speak with

    • Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026
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    Trust his knowledge and care.

    • Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
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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
  • Education

    Medical School

    • Albany Medical College

    Residency

    • Montefiore Medical Center (NY)