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Robert James Auerbach, MD

Robert James Auerbach, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist Physician

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Please contact the clinic directly to schedule and confirm appointment availability.
Monday 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Please contact the clinic directly to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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24 reviews

  • Mar 26, 2026
    Verified Review

    Very nice quick and efficient was able to get me in for an appt promptly

  • Mar 2, 2026
    Verified Review

    Excellent knowledgeable doctor. Took time to explain my condition.

  • Feb 11, 2026
    Verified Review

    he's fantastic, but he never told me I needed $250 worth of special tests. Luckily the Billing Dept lowered it to $75, but I usually pay less

  • Feb 7, 2026
    Verified Review

    Professional kind patient

  • Jan 23, 2026
    Verified Review

    He provided excellent care very knowledgeable,and cares very much about his patients

  • Jan 22, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is very thorough, professional and friendly

  • Jan 21, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Auerbach is kind and friendly. Great bedside manner

  • Jan 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    Extremely knowledgeable, personable, compassionate, reassuring, and effective care, very clear and detailed explanations, and an equally clear and specific view of what I should be looking out for regarding recurrence; came away with great peace of mind.

  • Jan 15, 2026
    Verified Review

    He is professional and friendly. He answers my questions and explains what is going on during my appointment. I feel confident having him as my eye care specialist.

  • Jan 10, 2026
    Verified Review

    Poor communicator

  • Jan 8, 2026
    Verified Review

    Dr. Auerbach was very professional, efficient, friendly and made the visit very pleasant.

  • Dec 10, 2025
    Verified Review

    Very professional and grateful doctor. Very recommend.

  • Nov 22, 2025
    Verified Review

    excellent care

  • Nov 19, 2025
    Verified Review

    he's patient with children

  • Oct 15, 2025
    Verified Review

    He cares a patient and explains well

  • Oct 15, 2025
    Verified Review

    He's fabulous. Aside from being very knowledgeable, he has an amazing personality. He makes the experience joyful vs. dry and robotic.

  • Oct 13, 2025
    Verified Review

    He is a good doctor

  • Oct 10, 2025
    Verified Review

    He was extremely friendly and took the time to listen to my concerns. He is an excellent doctor.

  • Oct 6, 2025
    Verified Review

    Very calm, knowledgeable provider. Instantly made me feel at ease

  • Sep 15, 2025
    Verified Review

    As a patient for over 20 years I would highly recommend Dr Auerbach

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  • About Robert James Auerbach, MD

    Dr. Robert James Auerbach is an ophthalmologist providing comprehensive eye care. His focus includes general ophthalmology, glaucoma care, and evaluations for age-related eye conditions.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Auerbach values clear communication and personalized vision care.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Ophthalmology

    Licenses

    NY, 174979

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    ProHealth

    NPI

    1609874460

  • Insurance accepted

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

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Humana
    • MagnaCare
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UHC
    • UMR
  • Residency

    • Albert Einstein College of Medicine at Beth Israel, SUNY Downstate Medical Center