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Dr. Rachel Calix, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Calix, Neuro-ophthalmologist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Rachel Calix, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Calix is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calix’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calix’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Calix speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Calix treat?

    As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Calix 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. Calix. 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:

    • Visual Distortions
    • Double Vision
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Metamorphopsia
    • Macropsia
    • Micropsia
    • Distorted vision
    • Diplopia
    • Seeing double
    • Ghosting vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5315: Visual distortions of shape and size
    • H532: Diplopia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H4710: Unspecified papilledema
    • H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
    • H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Vision Loss
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual loss
    • Undiagnosed vision problem
    • Sudden vision loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H547: Unspecified visual loss

    Does Dr. Calix accept my insurance?

    Dr. Calix accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Calix accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Calix in New Orleans, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Calix's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Calix's Primary Practice

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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

    Dr. Calix's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811376585.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calix?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Calix's specialty?

    Dr. Calix is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Calix to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Calix affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Calix is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Neuro-ophthalmologist?

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    Is Rachel Calix accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Calix is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Calix offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Calix's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Calix?

    Please contact Dr. Calix's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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