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Michael E. Daniels, MD

Michael E. Daniels, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Internal Medicine

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

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53 reviews

  • Apr 30, 2026
    Verified Review

    He has been my Doctor for 30 plus years and is very caring and recommends someone when I need it

  • Apr 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Daniels is very knowledgeable. He’s also thorough and extremely pleasant.

  • Apr 26, 2026
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    dr daniels is my trusted dr for 30 years

  • Apr 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Danels looks at my chart, asks me open ended questions and specific questions, and is thorough in the annual exam, and takes the time to answer my questions in a calm and professional manner.

  • Apr 13, 2026
    Verified Review

    Always thorough, caring ...

  • Apr 3, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is one of your best doctors by far, he is compassionate and thorough, I always leave knowing all I need to know.

  • Mar 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Daniels has been primary since my retirement began soon after [omitted] and that speaks well for both of us !

  • Mar 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    Great doctor who I feel safe with and feel he understands my medical needs extremely well

  • Mar 6, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is very caring and thorough and overall a cool guy, not judgemental.

  • Mar 1, 2026
    Verified Review

    Taken good care of my family for years

  • Feb 27, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Daniels performed a thorough examination and put through new prescription in a timely fashion

  • Feb 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    His kind, does rush answer all questions

  • Feb 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Daniels is always very professional caring and willing to fully understand my health concerns When I’m leaving after my appointment I feel very confident that my treatment will improve or I have a better understanding of my health issue

  • Feb 18, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr Daniels is a caring doctor and very thorough. One of the best doctors at Optum!

  • Feb 14, 2026
    Verified Review

    I believe HE IS A GREAT DR.

  • Feb 1, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is a fabulous doctor. Extremely bright and talented. He knows my entire medical history and treats me with that in mind.

  • Feb 1, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is an exceptional doctor who really cares about his patients.

  • Jan 28, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is a wonderful medical doctor. He takes time to talk to you and he explains everything.

  • Jan 25, 2026
    Verified Review

    very thorough with examinations and results

  • Jan 24, 2026
    Verified Review

    He gas been my Doctor for over the latest 30 years he us the best

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  • About Michael E. Daniels, MD

    Dr. Michael E. Daniels is a board certified internal medicine physician. He earned his medical degree from the Ruth and Bruce Rappaport Faculty of Medicine and completed residency training at NewYork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Daniels provides thoughtful care focused on understanding patient needs and long term health.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine

    Licenses

    NY, 186015

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1255440111

  • 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

    • Technion Israel Institute of Technology

    Residency

    • New York Infirmary-Beekman Downtown Hospital (Lower Manhattan Hospital)

  • Awards and Publications