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Dr. Marithe Gutierrez, MD

Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gutierrez, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Marithe Gutierrez, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gutierrez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gutierrez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gutierrez’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Gutierrez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Gutierrez typically treat?

    As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Gutierrez 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. Gutierrez. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Error
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Vision problem
    • Focusing problem
    • Blurred vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H527: Unspecified disorder of refraction

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Gutierrez typically perform?

    As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Gutierrez 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. Gutierrez. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    Does Dr. Gutierrez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gutierrez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gutierrez accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Gutierrez in Shreveport, 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

    • Farm Bureau Health Plans

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gutierrez's office located?

    Dr. Marithe Gutierrez's Primary Practice

    510 E Stoner Ave

    Shreveport, LA 71101

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    Dr. Marithe Gutierrez's Practice 2

    1420 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gutierrez affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Gutierrez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Gutierrez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669835419.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gutierrez?

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

    What is Dr. Marithe Gutierrez's specialty?

    Dr. Gutierrez is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Shreveport, LA.

    What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?

    An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.

    Is Dr. Marithe Gutierrez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gutierrez is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System 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

    When to see a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Marithe Gutierrez accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Marithe Gutierrez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marithe Gutierrez offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marithe Gutierrez?

    Please contact Dr. Gutierrez's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gutierrez's office located?

    Dr. Gutierrez's office is located in Shreveport, LA.