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Dr. Matthew Benz, MD

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery* Age 52
Dr. Matthew Benz, MD
4.4 (32 Ratings)
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Dr. Matthew Benz, MD

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery* Age 52
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Matthew Benz, MD works in Houston, TX as a Vitreoretinal Disease Specialist and has 27 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1997. Dr. Benz completed a residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Benz has has worked on more claims relating to Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Retinal Dystrophy than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Benz has received an average rating of 4.4 from patients and has been reviewed 32 times. They are affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Benz also speaks Spanish. Dr. Benz practices at Practice in Houston, TX and has additional offices in Bellaire, TX, Livingston, TX and Cypress, TX.

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  • Superior Health Plan
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Medicaid
  • Molina
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    6560 Fannin St Ste 750, Houston, TX 77030
  2. 2 Retina Consultants of Houston Pllc
    4460 Bissonnet St Ste 200, Bellaire, TX 77401
  3. 3 Retina Consultants of Houston Pllc
    400 Bypass Ln Ste 105, Livingston, TX 77351
  4. 4 Office
    21216 Northwest Fwy Ste 630, Cypress, TX 77429

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4.4
Based on 32 Reviews
5 Stars (27)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Jun 22, 2021
I have been a patient of Dr. Benz since emergency detached retina surgery. He saved most of my vision and handled mist of the issues over the last two decades. He is a superb Dr. Post covid, his waiting room time has improved tremendously. Very courteous staff now.
Steve Menegaz — Jun 22, 2021
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Michigan Medical School
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Illinois Mas
    1998
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
    2001
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Bascom Palmer E
    2003
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Matthew Benz, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Benz accepts Advantra, Aetna and Ambetter as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Benz accepts here.

Dr. Benz frequently sees patients for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Retinal Dystrophy.

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

Dr. Benz has a star rating of 4.4/5 and has been reviewed 32 times.

Dr. Benz is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Benz has been practicing as a Vitreoretinal Disease Specialist for 27 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

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  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

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  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

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  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

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  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

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  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

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  7. Get Tested for HIV

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  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

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  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

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

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

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

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