David J. Diaz, MD
Ophthalmologist
Assistant Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
Ophthalmology
General information
Gender:
Male
Language:
Interpreter Services Available,
Chinese,
English,
French,
Russian,
Spanish,
Vietnamese
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Experience
Areas of Focus
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
Education & Training
Board Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology
Research & Academic Interests
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My Locations
University of Vermont Medical Center
350 Tilley Drive
Suite 101
South Burlington, VT 05403-4539
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.
Ophthalmology - Tilley Drive, University of Vermont Medical Center
- Aetna
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Delta Dental
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
- First Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last Updated: 5/28/2026
Patient Ratings & Comments
Most Recent Comments
Always and great experience dealing with Dr Diaz.
I am so thankful for the care I receive. Doctor Diaz is one of the best doctors in his field.
Dr. Diaz is always good about explaining my condition and stressing the importance of me following a strict habit of taking my eye drops regularly. His explanations are economical and intelligent. He is very kind and makes sure I don't have any questions before the visit ends.
I have been extremely pleased with Dr. Diaz's care during my cataract and laser surgeries, as well as my follow-up visits. He kept me well informed of what to expect and was genuinely sincere about my sharing any concerns I may have had. My surgeries were successful because of Dr. Diaz's knowledge and skill. I also want to thank his medical/technical staff for their assistance during the procedures and subsequent visits. Thank you everyone!
Dr Diaz is an excellent communicator and more importantly an excellent physician.
Dr. Diaz is exceptionally warm, friendly and patient focused. He's attentive, thorough, knowledgeable. I highly recommend him. I would not entrust my care to anyone else.
An excellent experience! Not rushed. Everyone was friendly and very knowledgeable.
Dr. Diaz is very warm, friendly, and capable. I like his whole team as well.
Every step of the way was explained, all questions answered.
Dr Diaz is great!
Dr. Diaz had a medical student observer the day I was seen. I appreciated his interaction with her. I could tell that not only was he a good care provider but also an excellent teacher/mentor.
He was understanding, clear in his explanations and relatable.
Excellent provider!
Dr. Diaz is the best! I don't know what I would do without him. I feel like my eyes are in the care possible.
Dr. Diaz was very thorough and explained things very well. A true professional!
Dr. Diaz has taken wonderful care of me for many years. I am so grateful!
Dr. Diaz is an exceptional physician with an exemplary sapproach to interaction with me.
The actual doctor is okay, not great but okay.
Good
Dr Diaz is very professional. Cannot say enough good things about his care. He is very easy to talk to, answers my questions and explains my care.