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Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD

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Specializes in: Eye Disease Ophthalmology (Corneal and External Diseases) and General Ophthalmology

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago

Professional interests include: anisocoria, diabetic retinopathy, cataract surgery, and more.

1001 Potrero Avenue Building 5 4m
San Francisco, CA 94110

(628) 206-8025

Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD is a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA specializing in eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases) and general ophthalmology. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD is affiliated with Providence, Sutter Health, Providence Medical Foundation, Providence Affiliated Provider, Petaluma Valley Hospital, NORTH BAY EYE ASSOCIATES, A MEDICAL CORPORATION, Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital and Providence Medical Network.

Office Locations

1001 Potrero Avenue Building 5 4m
San Francisco, CA 94110

(628) 206-8025

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Sutter Health

104 Lynch Creek Way Suite 15
Petaluma, CA 94954

(707) 762-3573

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181 Andrieux Street Suite 100
Sonoma, CA 95476

(707) 996-1052

(707) 996-6787

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Providence Medical Network

35 Maple Street
Sonoma, CA 95476

(707) 996-1052

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380 Tesconi Court
Santa Rosa, CA 95401

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Some issues Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD can help you with:

Autoimmune Diseases

An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.

A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.

Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.

It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:

A type 1 diabetic whose pancreas has been damaged will need insulin.
A person with Hashimoto's whose thyroid has been damaged will need replacement thyroid hormones.
Someone with Sjogren's syndrome will need eye drops and mouth rinses to replace tears and saliva.

Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.

Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)

Dacryocystorhinostomy, or DCR, is a surgical procedure used to bypass a blocked tear duct.

Normally, the tears that constantly bathe the eyes are drained through two tiny holes in the eyelid, where they run through a duct into the nose. This tear duct can become clogged or blocked, causing tears to back up and leading to watery eyes. Common causes of tear duct blockages include trauma, a facial tumor, and inflammation due to certain medical conditions, but usually the cause is not known. Clogged tear ducts are especially common in young children. If the blockage is permanent and located lower in the duct, near the nose, DCR may be performed to create a bypass and allow tears to drain freely again.

During DCR surgery, a small hole is made in the bone and tissue between the upper part of the tear duct and the nasal passage. Usually, a tiny plastic tube called a stent is placed into the opening to protect it and keep it open during healing. DCR may be performed through an open incision on the upper cheek near the nose, or it may be performed endoscopically using tiny instruments that are passed through the nostril. Open surgery is more common, and has a slightly higher success rate, although endoscopic surgery causes less pain and bleeding during recovery. DCR is able to correct the blockage and watering eyes in nearly 95% of cases.

The surgery itself takes only about half an hour. It is usually done under general anesthesia, which may require a short hospital stay while patients recover. Small amounts of bleeding from the nose are not uncommon for the first 24 hours, and bruising and swelling are expected for the first two weeks. Don't be alarmed if the eye continues to water at first. Swelling in the area due to surgery can cause the eye to water, but this should go away as patients heal.

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

simple cataract surgery

In 2023, Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD performed more simple cataract surgery procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 10%

By Volume:

anterior segment surgery

eye procedures

In 2023, Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD performed more anterior segment surgery, and eye procedures procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within California.

Top 25%

By Volume:

SCODI of the posterior segment

YAG laser capsulotomy

By Affordability:

ophthalmic ultrasound

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within California, Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD performed more SCODI of the posterior segment (SCODI-P), and YAG laser capsulotomy procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for ophthalmic ultrasound that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2012 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	34
eye procedures	1361
laser treatment	34
ultrasound (sonogram)	42

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2013 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	16
eye procedures	2134
ultrasound (sonogram)	95

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	344
Female	668

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	285
Black	486
Hispanic	202
Asian	21
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	404
From 75 to 84	315
85 and over	132
Less than 65	161

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	44
Dementia	10
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2014 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram) and diagnostic imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic imaging	14
eye procedures	2046
ultrasound (sonogram)	101

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	332
Female	662

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	296
Black	461
Hispanic	204
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	396
From 75 to 84	321
85 and over	138
Less than 65	139

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	46
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2015 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	16
eye procedures	1967
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	13
laser treatment	16
ultrasound (sonogram)	54

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	768
Female	1328

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	626
Black	982
Hispanic	416
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	854
From 75 to 84	638
85 and over	250
Less than 65	354

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2015

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	45
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2016 were eye procedures and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	22
eye procedures	1477
ultrasound (sonogram)	44

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	331
Female	586

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	410
Black	304
Hispanic	169
Asian	22
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	399
From 75 to 84	273
85 and over	124
Less than 65	121

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2016

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	38
Dementia	11
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2017 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	19
doctor visit	228
eye procedures	2065
laser treatment	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	102

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	413
Female	621

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	909
Black	0
Hispanic	74
Asian	20
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	490
From 75 to 84	331
85 and over	145
Less than 65	68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2017

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	25
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2018 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	40
doctor visit	291
eye procedures	2403
laser treatment	40
ultrasound (sonogram)	70

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	498
Female	698

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1050
Black	0
Hispanic	74
Asian	0
Other	33
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	580
From 75 to 84	399
85 and over	146
Less than 65	71

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2018

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	22
Dementia	7
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2019 were eye procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), lab tests and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	41
doctor visit	334
eye procedures	2847
lab tests	48
laser treatment	41
ultrasound (sonogram)	71

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	521
Female	731

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1107
Black	0
Hispanic	77
Asian	34
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	587
From 75 to 84	450
85 and over	146
Less than 65	69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2019

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2020 were eye procedures, lab tests, ultrasound (sonogram) and capsulotomy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	24
doctor visit	316
eye procedures	2454
lab tests	154
laser treatment	24
ultrasound (sonogram)	67

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	448
Female	666

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	976
Black	0
Hispanic	72
Asian	0
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	523
From 75 to 84	420
85 and over	122
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2020

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2021 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	63
doctor visit	379
eye procedures	2838
lab tests	46
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	28
laser treatment	63
ultrasound (sonogram)	50

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	475
Female	788

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1119
Black	0
Hispanic	69
Asian	0
Other	35
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	549
From 75 to 84	533
85 and over	136
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2021

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA during 2022 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy	68
doctor visit	756
eye procedures	2785
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	15
laser treatment	68
ultrasound (sonogram)	51

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	501
Female	871

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1211
Black	0
Hispanic	79
Asian	29
Other	40
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	580
From 75 to 84	610
85 and over	155
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	21
Dementia	5
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated as a cornea specialist in San Francisco, CA were eye procedures, lab tests, ultrasound (sonogram) and capsulotomy.

capsulotomy	38
diagnostic imaging	14
doctor visit	292
eye procedures	2216
lab tests	82
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures	18
laser treatment	38
ultrasound (sonogram)	67

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD.

**Gender**
Male	421
Female	692

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	203
Asian / Pacific Islander	13
Non-Hispanic White	726
Hispanic	130
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	15

**Age**
75 to 84	390
85 and over	135
Less than 65	100
65 to 74	487

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	9
Dementia	8

Education & Training

Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. He completed residency at Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology and has a state license in Illinois.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago

Residency: Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals

Board Certification: American Board of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Sutter Health

Providence Medical Foundation

Providence Affiliated Provider

Petaluma Valley Hospital

NORTH BAY EYE ASSOCIATES, A MEDICAL CORPORATION

Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital

Providence Medical Network

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Anthem Blue Cross HMO, Health Net HMO, CIGNA HMO, Blue Shield of California, Western Health Advantage HMO and United Healthcare HMO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Anthem Blue Cross HMO

Health Net HMO

CIGNA HMO

Blue Shield of California

Western Health Advantage HMO

United Healthcare HMO

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$18,737 CEQUA $18,556	XELPROS $139	Bromsite $42
Shire North American Group Inc	$17,518 XIIDRA $14,329	$3,189
Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America LLC	$16,343 LOTEMAX GEL $9,354	PROLENSA $3,906	SJO $2,900	Vitesse $101	VICTUS $66	Other $16
Bausch & Lomb, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC	$9,512 PROLENSA $4,756	LOTEMAX SM $2,328	LOTEMAX GEL $2,324	STELLARIS PC $98	VYZULTA $6
Alcon Laboratories Inc	$8,537 Durezol $5,732	Ilevro $2,748	Simbrinza $33	Pazeo $13	$11
Other	$16,889 DEXYCU $8,011	BioDRestore $3,900	EYSUVIS $1,348	LUMIGAN $295	DURYSTA $198	Other $3,136

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$23,375
Consulting Fee	$19,500
Honoraria	$14,400
Compensation for serving as faculty or as a speaker for a non-accredited and noncertified continuing education program	$12,500
Travel and Lodging	$10,230
Other	$7,532

Research Payments

Dr. Michael A. Saidel, MD has received 24 research payments totaling $7,359.

Biography

Dr. Michael Saidel's specialties are general ophthalmology and eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases). Areas of expertise for Dr. Saidel include nystagmus, ectropion (outward-turned eyelid), and eye floater. His professional affiliations include Sutter Health and Providence Medical Foundation. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago and residency at a hospital affiliated with Tulane University. He accepts several insurance carriers, including United Healthcare HMO, Anthem, and Blue California. He has an open panel in Sonoma, CA according to Providence Medical Foundation.