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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 Medicare 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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Brinkley typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
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:
- Refractive Error
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Vision problem
- Focusing problem
- Blurred vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Brinkley typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of California
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brinkley's office located?
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.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
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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