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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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55 reviews

  • 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
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    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
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    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
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    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

  • Jan 23, 2026
    Verified Review

    35 years his patient, always pleased w/his attention to detail.

  • Jan 23, 2026
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    The Best. Brilliant diagnostician. Great manner in the exam room

  • Jan 19, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very accommodating and cares for his patients genuinely

  • Jan 16, 2026
    Verified Review

    The high rating is strictly for Dr Daniel’s merit as a doctor and person. He is one of the best. Very thorough, thoughtful with a great bedside manner. I would think twice about a recommendation, not because of him, but because of the wait time in reception.

  • Jan 4, 2026
    Verified Review

    He listens to your concerns and makes recommendations.

  • Jan 1, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very knowledgeable and compassionate.

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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 may not reflect all insurance accepted by the provider and is for informational purposes only.

    • 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