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Who is Dr. Mungan, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Nils Mungan, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Mungan completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology. Dr. Mungan is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mungan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mungan’s office at (601) 815-2005.
Where did Dr. Mungan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology
Medical School: University Of Ottawa- Fac Of Med- Ottawa- Ont- Canada
Is Dr. Mungan board certified in Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nils Mungan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Mungan speak?
Dr. Mungan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Mungan treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Mungan 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. Mungan. 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:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Alternating Walleye
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Crossed Eyes
- Monocular Exotropia
- Monocular Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5052: Exophoria
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
- Irregular Cornea
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Deprivation Amblyopia
- Strabismic Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Lazy eye from deprivation
- Vision loss from disuse
- Form deprivation amblyopia
- Lazy eye from crossed eyes
- Squint amblyopia
- Amblyopia from eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53012: Deprivation amblyopia, left eye
- H53032: Strabismic amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Deprivation Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53011: Deprivation amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Congenital Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- X-linked infantile nystagmus
- Infantile Nystagmus
- Born with Nystagmus
- Childhood Nystagmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5501: Congenital nystagmus
Also known as:
- Other Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Miscellaneous optic nerve wasting
- Unspecified optic nerve degeneration
- Different types of optic atrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47293: Other optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Severe nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Pathologic myopia
- High myopia
- Progressive nearsightedness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4423: Degenerative myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Follow-up Eye Exam After Failed Screening (Abnormal Findings)
- Vision re-check, with issues
- Eye exam after failed test, problems found
- Second vision screening, abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01021: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision following failed vision screening with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Mungan perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nils Mungan 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. Mungan's office.
Does Dr. Mungan accept my insurance?
Dr. Mungan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-2005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mungan accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Mungan in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Molina
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mungan's office located?
What is Dr. Mungan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mungan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013964782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mungan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mungan
What is Dr. Nils Mungan's specialty?
Dr. Mungan is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Jackson, MS. An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Mungan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nils Mungan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mungan is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center 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 Nils Mungan accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Nils Mungan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nils Mungan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mungan's office at (601) 815-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nils Mungan?
Please contact Dr. Mungan's office at (601) 815-2005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nils Mungan have?
Dr. Nils Mungan is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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