20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shindler, Neuro-ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kenneth Shindler, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Shindler graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Ophthalmology. Dr. Shindler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shindler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shindler’s office at (215) 614-4100.
Where did Dr. Shindler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Ophthalmology | University Of Pa Health System | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
What languages does Dr. Shindler speak?
Dr. Shindler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Shindler typically treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Shindler 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. Shindler. 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:
- Optic Atrophy
- Swelling of the Optic Disc
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
- Papilledema
- Optic disc edema
- Swollen optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
- H4710: Unspecified papilledema
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
Also known as:
- Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
- Brain Disease
- Pseudotumor cerebri
- IIH
- Benign intracranial hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- G932: Benign intracranial hypertension
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 Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Shindler typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Shindler 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
Please contact Dr. Shindler's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shindler accept my insurance?
Dr. Shindler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 614-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shindler accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shindler in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Devoted Health
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shindler's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Shindler's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 614-4100
What is Dr. Shindler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shindler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063440071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shindler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shindler
What is Dr. Kenneth Shindler's specialty?
Dr. Shindler is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Shindler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shindler is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kenneth Shindler accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Shindler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Shindler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shindler's office at (215) 614-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Shindler?
Please contact Dr. Shindler's office at (215) 614-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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