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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Olds, Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Jennifer Olds, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Olds is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olds’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olds’s office at (225) 923-0960.
What languages does Dr. Olds speak?
Dr. Olds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Olds typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Olds 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. Olds. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract from Other Eye Condition
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Secondary cataract
- Cataract due to eye disease
- Complicated cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Complicated Cataract
- Cataract due to Eye Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H26221: Cataract secondary to ocular disorders (degenerative) (inflammatory), right eye
- H26222: Cataract secondary to ocular disorders (degenerative) (inflammatory), left eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Olds typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Olds 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. Olds. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Does Dr. Olds accept my insurance?
Dr. Olds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 923-0960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Olds accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Olds in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Olds' office located?
Dr. Jennifer Olds' Primary Practice
10423 Old Hammond Hwy
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 923-0960
What is Dr. Olds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518209543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olds
What is Dr. Jennifer Olds's specialty?
Dr. Olds is a Ophthalmologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Olds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Olds is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial 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
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Is Jennifer Olds accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Olds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Olds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olds's office at (225) 923-0960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Olds?
Please contact Dr. Olds's office at (225) 923-0960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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