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Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD

Optometry* Age 85
Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD
4.7 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD

Optometry* Age 85
Chico, CA
Accepting new patients
58 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD works in Chico, CA as an Optometrist and has 58 years experience.

They graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 1966. Dr. Ekkens completed a residency at Kettering Medical Center. Dr. Ekkens has has worked on more claims relating to Muscle Spasm, Muscle Cramping and Nausea than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Ekkens has received an average rating of 4.7 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. They are affiliated with Enloe Medical Center and Adventist Health Feather River. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Ekkens also speaks Spanish. Dr. Ekkens practices at Practice in Chico, CA.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • $0 Cost Share AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual Via Exchange)-CA EPO
    Advantage-CA PPO
    Balanced (Prudent Buyer)-CA PPO
    Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Individual-CA PPO
    Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Large Group-CA PPO
    Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Small Group-CA PPO
    Blue Cross (Prudent Buyer) - Student Health-CA PPO
    Bronze (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Bronze 60 D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
    Bronze 60 D HDHP (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA EPO
    Bronze 60 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Bronze 60 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Bronze 60 HDHP (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA EPO
    Bronze 60 HDHP AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA EPO
    Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Bronze EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
    Bronze Pathway EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
    Bronze Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Bronze Select w/ H.S.A (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Bronze w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Dignity Health EPO / PPO-CA
    Dignity Health PHC EPO & HDP/HSA-CA
    Dignity Health Ventura EPO/PPO-CA
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    Gold 80 D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
    Gold 80 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Gold 80 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Gold Advantage-CA PPO
    Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer / Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Gold EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
    Gold Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Lumenos Plans-CA PPO
    Major Risk Medical Insurance Program (MRMIP) - Prudent Buyer-CA PPO
    MemorialCare Custom-CA PPO
    Minimum Coverage D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
    Minimum Coverage EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
    National (BlueCard) PPO
    Pathway X - EPO Network-CA
    PERS Choice / PERSCare Providers-CA PPO
    Platinum (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Platinum 90 D EPO (Pathway - EPO/ Individual)-CA
    Platinum 90 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Platinum 90 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Platinum Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Select (PERS Select Providers)-CA PPO
    Select PPO (Select Network)-CA PPO
    Select-CA PPO
    Silver (Prudent Buyer PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Silver 70 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Silver 70 EPO AI-AN (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Silver 70 EPO Off Exchange-CA
    Silver 73 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Silver 87 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Silver 94 EPO (Pathway X - EPO/ Individual via Exchange)-CA
    Silver Advantage-CA PPO
    Silver EPO (Prudent Buyer EPO/ Small Grp)-CA
    Silver EPO w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer/Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Silver Select (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Silver Select w/ H.S.A (Select PPO/ Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Silver w/ H.S.A (Prudent Buyer PPO/Small Grp)-CA PPO
    Tenet Network-CA PPO
    Traditional
    Traditional PPO
    UC Care-CA PPO
    UC CORE-CA PPO
    UC Health Savings Plan-CA
    UC High Option Supplement to Medicare-CA
    UC Medicare with Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
    UC Medicare without Prescription Drugs-CA PPO
    UC Resident and Fellows-CA PPO
    UCSHIP-CA PPO
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    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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    Select PPO
  • Access Plus Savenet
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  • Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
    First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
    PHCS Network PPO
  • Basic PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Mangrove Lab & Xray
    1040 MANGROVE AVE, Chico, CA 95926

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4.7
Based on 9 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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Jul 14, 2023
The best doctor. Professional, sincere caring, listens to his patients and provides excellent healthcare.
Stacey — Jul 14, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Optometry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loma Linda University School of Medicine
    1966
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Kettering Medical Center
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Daniel Ekkens, OD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Ekkens accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Ekkens' office to make an appointment.

Dr. Ekkens accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Ekkens accepts here.

Dr. Ekkens frequently sees patients for Muscle Spasm, Muscle Cramping and Nausea.

Yes, Dr. Ekkens speaks Spanish. See Dr. Ekkens' profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Ekkens has a star rating of 4.7/5 and has been reviewed 9 times.

Dr. Ekkens has been practicing as an Optometrist for 58 years.

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  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

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  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

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  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

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  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

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