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Scott M. Klares, MD

Scott M. Klares, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Pulmonary Disease

Languages

English

Seeing patients at

Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday Closed
Hours may vary, please contact to schedule and confirm appointment availability.

Patient Reviews

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81 reviews

    • Reviewed on May 28, 2026
    • Verified Review

    very caring

    • Reviewed on May 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Klares has been my doctors for 20 years. He has been a fantastic care giver.

    • Reviewed on May 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He is compassionate, is always aware of my conditions, and never makes me feel rushed. He's pleasant and asks appropriate questions about my health.

    • Reviewed on May 20, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He is great.

    • Reviewed on May 14, 2026
    • Verified Review

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    • Reviewed on May 13, 2026
    • Verified Review

    He knows his specialty area and was most helpful in my recent situation. Knew what to do and what to say.

    • Reviewed on May 1, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Klares listens to my concerns. And speaks simply and to the issue.

    • Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Extremely responsible & able to clarify various issues related to my lung examination

    • Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Klares is the best!

    • Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Outstanding doctor, provides a very compassionate care.

    • Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very professional and knowledgeable. Very caring and easy to talk to

    • Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    His compassion and wisdom.

    • Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
    • Verified Review

    A wonderful kind and caring physician

    • Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Klares is very knowledgable and thorough with his patients care plan. He provides excellent advice & instructions to his patients. Wonderful easy-going manner as he moves through healthcare topics & concerns.

    • Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Klares always puts his patient’s best interests first. He is extremely thorough and systematic about conducting the exam and above all, Dr. Klares is extremely compassionate. Dr. Klares is an excellent physician.

    • Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very knowledgeable, courteous, professional.

    • Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very attentive, listens, uses common sense,

    • Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Prior experience with him some time ago (10 year’s ago)

    • Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
    • Verified Review

    All of them.Excellent Professional

    • Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
    • Verified Review

    all good

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  • About Scott M. Klares, MD

    Dr. Scott M Klares is a board certified pulmonologist and critical care physician. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College completed fellowship training at Boston Medical Center and has received multiple Top Doctor and Best Doctor honors.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Klares provides thoughtful evidence based care and works closely with patients managing complex lung conditions.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine

    Licenses

    NY, 210154

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1174576391

  • 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

    • New York Medical College

    Residency

    • New England Deaconess Hospital (Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital)