Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tychsen, Ophthalmologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tychsen?
Dr. R Lawrence Tychsen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tychsen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amblyopia, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Tychsen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tychsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Ophthalmology | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Tychsen board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. R Lawrence Tychsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Tychsen speak?
Dr. Tychsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tychsen typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tychsen 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. Tychsen. 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:
- Alternating Walleye
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Mechanical Strabismus
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Eye Muscle Restriction
- Restricted Eye Movement
- Mechanical Squint
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5069: Other mechanical strabismus
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tychsen typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tychsen 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. Tychsen. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
Does Dr. Tychsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Tychsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 454-6026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tychsen accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Tychsen in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Tychsen's office located?
Dr. R Lawrence Tychsen's Primary Practice
1 Childrens Pl Ste 3110
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 454-6026
2c Childrens Eye Center At The Childrens Specialty
13001 North Outer 40 Rd # 2C
Town and Country, MO 63017
What hospitals are Dr. Tychsen affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tychsen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tychsen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tychsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568489094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tychsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tychsen