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Dr. Joel Herring, MD

Retina Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Madison, MS

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herring, Retina Specialist in Madison, MS?

    Dr. Joel Herring, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Madison, MS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Herring graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Herring is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herring’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herring’s office at (601) 981-4091.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; University Hosp, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Herring board certified as a Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Herring, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Herring speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Herring typically treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Herring 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. Herring. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Macular Edema
    • 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
    • Diabetic Eye Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
    • Diabetic Macular Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Herring typically perform?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Herring 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. Herring. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Injection into Eye Capsule
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection
    • Tenon's Capsule Injection
    • Periocular Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
    • 67515: Injection of medication or other substance into Tenon's capsule

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Also known as:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; 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:

    • Retina Repair for Macular Hole or Edema
    • Vitrectomy with Membrane Peel
    • Macular Hole Repair
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Surgery
    • Internal Limiting Membrane Removal

    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)

    Does Dr. Herring accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herring accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 981-4091 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herring accept in Madison, MS?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Herring's office located?

    Dr. Joel Herring's Primary Practice

    1026 Baptist Cir Ste 400

    Madison, MS 39110

    (601) 981-4091

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    Dr. Joel Herring's Practice 2

    1200 N State St Ste 300

    Jackson, MS 39202

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

    Dr. Herring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831286699.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herring?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Herring's specialty?

    Dr. Herring is a Retina Specialist near Madison, MS.

    What does a Retina Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Joel Herring affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herring is affiliated with Ummc Grenada Hospital, Bolivar Medical Center, Och Regional Medical Center, St. Dominic Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Joel Herring accepting new patients in Madison, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Herring is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Herring offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herring's office at (601) 981-4091 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Herring?

    Please contact Dr. Herring's office at (601) 981-4091 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Herring's office located?

    Dr. Herring's offices are located in Madison, MS and Jackson, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Herring have?

    Dr. Joel Herring is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.