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Dr. Wright Lauten, MD

Hattiesburg, MS

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lauten, Retina Specialist in Hattiesburg, MS?

    Dr. Wright Lauten, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lauten graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine. Dr. Lauten is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lauten’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lauten’s office at (601) 255-0736.

    Where did Dr. Lauten go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lauten board certified in Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Wright Lauten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Lauten speak?

    Dr. Lauten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lauten treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lauten diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lauten. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Exudative AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinal break
    • Retinal defect
    • Torn retina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H33313: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Lauten perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Lauten performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lauten. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair (Laser)
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Laser Retinal Repair
    • Photocoagulation for Retina
    • Detached Retina Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina

    CPT Codes:

    • 67105: Repair of retinal detachment, including drainage of subretinal fluid when performed; photocoagulation
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;
    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Photocoagulation
    • Laser for Retinal Tear
    • Retinal Detachment Prevention Laser

    CPT Codes:

    • 67145: Prophylaxis of retinal detachment (eg, retinal break, lattice degeneration) without drainage; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67042: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of internal limiting membrane of retina (eg, for repair of macular hole, diabetic macular edema), includes, if performed, intraocular tamponade (ie, air, gas or silicone oil)
    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Lauten accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lauten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 255-0736 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lauten accept in Hattiesburg, MS?

    Dr. Lauten in Hattiesburg, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • Assurant

    • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lauten's office located?

    Dr. Wright Lauten's Primary Practice

    109 Millsaps Dr Ste B

    Hattiesburg, MS 39402

    (601) 255-0736

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    What is Dr. Lauten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lauten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174781231.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lauten?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lauten

    What is Dr. Wright Lauten's specialty?

    Dr. Lauten is a Retina Specialist near Hattiesburg, MS. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Lauten to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Wright Lauten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lauten is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Wright Lauten accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Wright Lauten is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wright Lauten offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lauten's office at (601) 255-0736 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wright Lauten?

    Please contact Dr. Lauten's office at (601) 255-0736 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wright Lauten have?

    Dr. Wright Lauten is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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