Dr. Derek J. Dawson
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 41 years
- Graduated from: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1980
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1013992411
Dr. Derek J. Dawson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 8256 Hohman Avenue in Munster, IN 46321. Can help patients with the following: Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Blepharitis, Corneal Ulcer, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, Hypertropia. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013992411. Appointment can be made via the phone number (219) 836-2770. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 4 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Derek J. Dawson, being an ophthalmologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Derek J. Dawson.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Chalazion
- Color Blindness
- Corneal Disease
- Corneal Ulcer
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Double Vision
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Herpes of the Eye
- Hypertropia
- Keratitis
- Keratoconus
- LASIK
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Optic Neuritis
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
- Scleritis
- Sty
- Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
- Tunnel Vision
- Usher Syndrome
- Uveitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Derek J. Dawson
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Derek J. Dawson as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter Health
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Ambetter Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Derek J. Dawson is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Derek J. Dawson is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology .
Medicare practice location(s) (city/state/zip only, as reported to Medicare):
- CHICAGO, IL, 60616-4201
Bills through: Illinois College Of Optometry
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Studies
MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1980
Affiliated hospitals
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Derek J. Dawson treat?
Dr. Derek J. Dawson provides treatment for Binocular Dysfunction (BVD), Blepharitis, Corneal Ulcer, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, Hypertropia. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Derek J. Dawson have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Derek J. Dawson is affiliated with DJ Dawson MD Incorporated.
Where can you meet with Dr. Derek J. Dawson?
Dr. Derek J. Dawson's office is located at 8256 Hohman Avenue in Munster, IN 46321.
Has Dr. Derek J. Dawson affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Derek J. Dawson is affiliated with ADVOCATE TRINITY HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. Derek J. Dawson accept patients with Ambetter Health?
Yes, Dr. Derek J. Dawson is listed in-network for Ambetter Health through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.