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Dr. Nils Mungan, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Ophthalmologist

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Mungan typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Mungan typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Mungan 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery
    • Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
    • Strabismus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
    • 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
    • Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
    • Tear Duct Stent Insertion
    • Blocked Tear Duct Repair
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Blocked tear duct procedure
    • Tear duct irrigation

    CPT Codes:

    • 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
    • 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Eyelid Cyst Excision
    • Stye Removal Surgery
    • Chalazion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple

    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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mungan's office located?

    Dr. Nils Mungan's Primary Practice

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

    (601) 815-2005

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    Dr. Nils Mungan's Practice 2

    764 Lakeland Dr

    Jackson, MS 39216

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    What is Dr. Mungan's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nils Mungan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mungan is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Anderson Regional 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 Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Nils Mungan?

    Please contact Dr. Mungan's office at (601) 815-2005 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mungan's office located?

    Dr. Mungan's office is located in Jackson, MS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nils Mungan have?

    Dr. Nils Mungan is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.