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Dr. Marilu O'byrne, MD

Mandeville, LA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. O'byrne, Ophthalmologist in Mandeville, LA?

    Dr. Marilu O'byrne, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Mandeville, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. O'byrne graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed her residency at La State Univ Eye Ctr, Ophthalmology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. O'byrne is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'byrne’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'byrne’s office at (985) 624-5573.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. O'byrne?

    Dr. Marilu O'byrne, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. O'byrne empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, LASIK-Refractive Surgery, Macular Disease/Degeneration, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mandeville/LA community, Dr. O'byrne is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. O'byrne go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: La State Univ Eye Ctr, Ophthalmology; Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. O'byrne board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Marilu O'byrne, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. O'byrne speak?

    Dr. O'byrne and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. O'byrne treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. O'byrne 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. O'byrne. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Back Lens Capsule Cataract
    • Posterior Polar Cataract
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
    • H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Low-Tension Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Normal-Tension Glaucoma
    • NTG
    • Normal Pressure Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
    • H401231: Low-tension glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    Also known as:

    • Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Eye floaters
    • Vitreous opacities
    • Vitreous membranes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
    • H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
    • H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage

    Also known as:

    • Meibomian Gland Dysfunction
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • MGD
    • Blocked Eyelid Glands
    • Oil Gland Dysfunction of Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02889: Meibomian gland dysfunction of unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does Dr. O'byrne perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. O'byrne 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. O'byrne. 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:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    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:

    • Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
    • Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
    • Tear Duct Drug Implant
    • Punctal Implant for Eye Medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Meibomian Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 67800: Excision of chalazion; single

    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:

    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 65820: Goniotomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Facial Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
    • Eyelid Lesion Excision
    • Lip Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm

    Does Dr. O'byrne accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'byrne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 624-5573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'byrne accept in Mandeville, LA?

    Dr. O'byrne in Mandeville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Louisiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. O'byrne's office located?

    Dr. Marilu O'byrne's Primary Practice

    1580 W Causeway Approach Ste 3

    Mandeville, LA 70471

    (985) 624-5573

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    Dr. Marilu O'byrne's Practice 2

    120 Ochsner Blvd Ste 210

    Gretna, LA 70056

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    Dr. Marilu O'byrne's Practice 3

    3530 Houma Blvd Ste 203

    Metairie, LA 70006

    (504) 887-7660

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

    Dr. O'byrne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083772453.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'byrne?

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

    What is Dr. Marilu O'byrne's specialty?

    Dr. O'byrne is a Ophthalmologist near Mandeville, 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. O'byrne to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marilu O'byrne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, O'byrne is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Marilu O'byrne accepting new patients in Mandeville, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Marilu O'byrne is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marilu O'byrne offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'byrne's office at (985) 624-5573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marilu O'byrne?

    Please contact Dr. O'byrne's office at (985) 624-5573 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marilu O'byrne have?

    Dr. Marilu O'byrne is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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