Michael Hecht Email & Phone Number

Michael A. Hecht, O.D. is the Chief Medical Officer and Director of Provider Relations of Premier Eye Care, a leading third party administrator of eye care benefits for health plans. For almost 30 years, Premier has helped health plan partners manage risks while insuring that their members receive high-quality, cost-effective care.Dr. Hecht began his career with Premier Eye Care in 1993. After graduating from the University of Miami with a B.S. in Biology in 1976, he entered the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, where he earned a degree in Visual Sciences in 1977 and Doctor of Optometry in 1980. Immediately following graduation, Dr. Hecht returned to Florida to practice within a large multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in Palm Beach County. In the early 1980s, Dr. Hecht’s efforts resulted in an integration of primary care optometry and general ophthalmology, fostering an environment of cooperation and communication between the two eye care professions in South Florida. Well recognized for his expertise in developing ophthalmic provider networks and in the clinical aspects of ophthalmic practices, he was invited to join and assist in the establishment of Premier Eye Care.In addition to his role as Chief Medical Officer of Premier Eye Care, Dr. Hecht was a member of the Palm Beach County Optometric Society and served as President from 1986-1987. He was also the Chairman of the Palm Beach Winter Seminar, serving from 1990-1999.Premier Eye Care, ranked as one of “Florida’s Best Companies to Work For” for six consecutive years, has also been ranked as one of the state’s fastest-growing companies by the Florida Business Journals.Premier manages $150M in full-risk medical and routine ophthalmic care nationally and is recognized for industry-leading technology-based solutions and a successful corporate culture that encourages innovation and self-direction to team members, half of whom are millennials.

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  Chief Medical Officer

  Premier Eye Care

  Nov 1993 - Present