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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. Dr. Calix is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calix’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Calix typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
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:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Other Specific Nervous System Birth Defects
- Brain Malformations
- Neural Tube Defects
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Various Congenital Neurological Defects
- Rare Nervous System Malformations
- Specific Brain and Spinal Cord Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q078: Other specified congenital malformations of nervous system
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
What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Calix typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Calix 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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. 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Calix's office located?
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.
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. Rachel Calix affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Calix is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, North Oaks 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
When to see a Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121