Ophthalmologists in Michigan

Michigan has 1,239 licensed ophthalmologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.

Yes. 100% of ophthalmologists in Michigan are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.

The most commonly accepted carriers among ophthalmologists in Michigan include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-15560, qhp-98185, and qhp-74917. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.

An office visit copay is $30 to $75. Cataract surgery costs $3,000 to $5,000 per eye. LASIK runs $2,000 to $3,000 per eye. Retinal imaging costs $50 to $200. Actual costs in Michigan depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Medical eye conditions (cataracts, glaucoma) are billed to medical insurance. Routine refraction for glasses is billed to vision insurance. LASIK is typically self-pay. Verify which insurance applies to your visit type.

Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Michigan has 1,239 ophthalmologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.

MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Michigan, 81% hold the MD credential and 11% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.

76% of ophthalmologists in Michigan accept Medicare. Medicare covers eye exams for conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Cataract surgery is covered. Routine vision exams for glasses prescriptions are not covered under Original Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.

Some ophthalmologists in Michigan accept Healthy Michigan Plan, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers medically necessary eye care in all states. Coverage for routine vision exams and glasses varies by state. Children have broader coverage than adults. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Michigan Plan participation before scheduling.