Ophthalmologists Accepting CareFirst in Saint Louis, MO
4 verified ophthalmologists in Saint Louis, Missouri accept CareFirst. Profiles cover focus areas including Retina & Vitreous, Cornea & External Disease, and Oculoplastic Surgery. Common hospital affiliations include Methodist Hospital, Laredo Medical Center, and Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctors Regional.


Waseem Ansari, M.D.
Ophthalmology
Saint Louis, MO10+ years35+ pubs
Retina & Vitreous


Praneetha Thulasi, MD
Ophthalmology
Saint Louis, MO10+ years60+ pubs
Cornea & External Disease


Steven Couch, MD
Associate Professor, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Ophthalmology
Saint Louis, MO20+ years
Oculoplastic Surgery


Nancy Buchser, MD
Ophthalmology
Saint Louis, MO15+ years7+ pubs
Glaucoma
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these ophthalmologists accept CareFirst?
Each profile on this page lists CareFirst among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What CareFirst plans do these ophthalmologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact CareFirst plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a ophthalmologist that takes CareFirst?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including Retina & Vitreous, Cornea & External Disease, and Oculoplastic Surgery. Then verify the specific CareFirst plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
Are these ophthalmologists accepting new patients?
Profile detail on availability varies. Open a specific profile to see what each provider has published about new-patient access and typical wait times.