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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stunkel, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Leanne Stunkel, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Stunkel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stunkel’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stunkel’s office at (314) 362-5000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Stunkel?
Dr. Leanne Stunkel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neuro-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. Stunkel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neuro-Ophthalmology, Optic Nerve Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Stunkel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Stunkel speak?
Dr. Stunkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Stunkel typically treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Stunkel 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. Stunkel. 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:
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Swelling of the Optic Disc from Increased Brain Pressure
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
- Papilledema with intracranial pressure
- Optic disc edema from high ICP
- Swollen optic nerve due to brain pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
- H4711: Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
Also known as:
- Vision Impairment
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Poor Vision
- Low Vision
- Visual Dysfunction
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H479: Unspecified disorder of visual pathways
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Stunkel typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leanne Stunkel may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
Please contact Dr. Stunkel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stunkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Stunkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stunkel accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Stunkel 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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stunkel's office located?
What is Dr. Stunkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stunkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588079107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stunkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stunkel
What is Dr. Leanne Stunkel's specialty?
Dr. Stunkel is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Is this Dr. Leanne Stunkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stunkel is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County 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
When to see a Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leanne Stunkel accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Leanne Stunkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leanne Stunkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stunkel's office at (314) 362-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leanne Stunkel?
Please contact Dr. Stunkel's office at (314) 362-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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