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Dr. John Brinkley, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brinkley, Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. John Brinkley, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Brinkley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brinkley’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brinkley’s office at (318) 626-0050.

    What languages does Dr. Brinkley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brinkley treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Brinkley 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. Brinkley. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Optic Atrophy
    • Swelling of the Optic Disc
    • Optic Nerve Inflammation
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Optic atrophy type 1
    • Optic neuropathy
    • Wasting of the optic nerve
    • Damaged optic nerve
    • Papilledema
    • Optic disc edema
    • Swollen optic nerve
    • Optic Neuritis
    • Swollen Optic Nerve
    • Inflamed Optic Nerve
    • Primary optic atrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
    • H4710: Unspecified papilledema
    • H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
    • H47213: Primary optic atrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Error
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Vision problem
    • Focusing problem
    • Blurred vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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

    Also known as:

    • Iridocyclitis
    • Eye Disease
    • Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
    • Anterior uveitis
    • Iritis and cyclitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis

    What procedures does Dr. Brinkley perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Brinkley 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. Brinkley. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    Also known as:

    • Corneal Foreign Body Removal with Slit Lamp
    • Eye Foreign Object Removal
    • Corneal Rust Ring Removal
    • Slit Lamp Foreign Body Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 65222: Removal of foreign body, external eye; corneal, with slit lamp

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    Also known as:

    • Guided Lumbar Puncture
    • Guided Spinal Tap
    • Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
    • CT Guided Spinal Tap
    • Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture

    CPT Codes:

    • 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Does Dr. Brinkley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brinkley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brinkley accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Brinkley in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • SSM Health Care

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Brinkley's office located?

    Dr. John Brinkley's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 626-0050

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

    Dr. Brinkley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720210628.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brinkley?

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

    What is Dr. John Brinkley's specialty?

    Dr. Brinkley is a Ophthalmologist near Shreveport, LA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Brinkley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Brinkley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brinkley is affiliated with Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner LSU Health - Monroe Medical Center, CHRISTUS Highland 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

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    Is John Brinkley accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. John Brinkley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Brinkley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brinkley's office at (318) 626-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Brinkley?

    Please contact Dr. Brinkley's office at (318) 626-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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