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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carter, Ophthalmologist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Margaret Carter, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Carter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office.
What languages does Dr. Carter speak?
Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Carter treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Carter 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. Carter. 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
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Simple Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401111: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, mild stage
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:
- 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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
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
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
Which procedures does Dr. Carter perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Margaret Carter 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carter's office.
Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?
Dr. Carter 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. Carter accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Carter in Lake Charles, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carter's office located?
Dr. Margaret Carter's Practice 3
277 N Highway 171 Ste 4
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 310-0775
What is Dr. Carter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063778504.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carter
What is Dr. Margaret Carter's specialty?
Dr. Carter is a Ophthalmologist near Lake Charles, 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. Carter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Margaret Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Margaret Carter accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Carter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margaret Carter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margaret Carter?
Please contact Dr. Carter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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