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Mark Shapiro, MD

Mark Shapiro, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Femto Second Assisted Laser Cataract Surgery
- Premium Lens Implants
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Glasses
- Punctal Plugs
- Blepharitis
- Phacoemulsification with Intraocular Lens Implant
- Yag Capsulotomy
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Ocular Hypertension
- Refractive Error
- Open Angle Glaucoma
- Sudden Change in Vision
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
Ratings and Reviews
4.7499 Ratings 37 Comments |
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CP concern for questions/worries | 4.7 |
CP efforts to include in decisions | 4.7 |
CP explanations of prob/condition | 4.8 |
CP spoke using clear language | 4.8 |
Friendliness/courtesy of CP | 4.7 |
Likelihood of recommending CP | 4.7 |
Patients' confidence in CP | 4.8 |
Time CP spent with patient | 4.7 |
Wait time at clinic | 4.7 |
The overall Patient Rating score is the average of responses to the nine questions listed below. The questions are from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a 1 to 5 scale, where 1 represents "very poor" and 5 represents "very good.
Patient Comments
- June 17, 2021Very good.
- June 15, 2021my experiences we're good.
- June 15, 2021Dr. Shapiro is an excellent provider. He has provided my eyecare for 25 years.
- May 19, 2021I've been a patient of *Dr. Shapiro for at least 15 yrs.
- April 29, 2021Good experience!
- April 19, 2021Really good experience
- April 12, 2021everyone was very professional and knowledgeable
- March 19, 2021a very thorough exam was done
- February 27, 2021Wouldn't have no other doctor for my eye care.
- February 14, 2021Dr. Shapiro is an empathetic care giver and instills confidence in his knowledge and ability.
- February 14, 2021Dr. Shapiro has my trust because of his work.
- February 12, 2021I have been a patient of Dr. Shapiro for many years.
- February 11, 2021I come to Dr. Shapiro approx 10 years ago because I knew I was developing cataracts. He has done cataract surgery on my eyes and I am very pleased with his services. I wouldn't think of trusting another doctor with my eyes.
- February 8, 2021I have been his patient since about 1975. good
- February 1, 2021I am satisfied with my care provider. The whole visit was comfortable and professional. Answers to my questions were helpful and very sufficient. Blessing to all of you.
- January 26, 2021*Dr. Shapiro & staff are the measuring stick of what providing health care is all about.
- January 24, 2021I have always had a wonderful experience with Dr. Shapiro and his office.
- January 20, 2021good experience
- January 17, 2021Have been a patient for over 20 years
- January 15, 2021Dr. Shapiro and staff were all awesome!!
- December 22, 2020Dr. Shapiro answered my questions and listened to my concerns.
- December 1, 2020Completely satisfied with the service and care provided
- November 26, 2020Dr. Shapiro is an outstanding doctor and I trust him completely and have confidence in the care he provides.
- November 24, 2020I have no complaints and am very happy with the care I received. I transferred to Dr. Shapiro from another local provider and the experience was so much better!
- October 29, 2020good
- October 15, 2020Great as usual!
- October 7, 2020very knowledgeable, very friendly, I see the doctor and his office since 1966
- September 25, 202050 year patient of this practice--always good
- September 20, 2020This care provider is my ophthalmologist. I see him yearly for my regular eye exam and for him to check my cataracts. I have cataracts in both eyes. Together we are discussing the best time for me to have cataract surgery. I do not see this specialist for other health concerns.
- September 7, 2020vHave trust and confidence in Dr S.
- September 3, 2020Dr Shapiro has been my opthalmologist for 25 yrs or more and I have complete trust and faith in him
- September 2, 2020everything was professional and courteous
- August 31, 2020Dr. Shapiro always answers my questions and gives me plenty of time
- August 16, 2020very good check-up
- August 16, 2020Dr S is the best!
- August 11, 2020Everyone was great.
- August 10, 2020I have been going to him for years I trust him with my eyes.
Locations
Shapiro Eye Care - Greensboro
Formerly known as Shapiro Eye Care - Elm Street
Credentials
Education
- MD, Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, 1970
Internship
- Passavant Memorial Hospital, 1971
Residency
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1976
Board Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology
Positions
- Physician - Wake Forest Health Network
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January 2019
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
LMC ONLY - Contracts specific to support Lexington employer groups, low volume
BEECHSTREET PPO
NATIONAL PROVIDER NETWORK/MEDICAL RESOURCES
PHCS/MULTIPLAN
CHC ONLY - contracts specific to support CHC
AETNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (limited providers)
THN-TRIAD HEALTH NETWORK MA Plans only (Humana Medicare and Healthteam Advantage)
TRICARE
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC