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Dr. John Hinrichsen, MD
Shreveport, LA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hinrichsen, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. John Hinrichsen, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Hinrichsen graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Hinrichsen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hinrichsen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hinrichsen’s office at (318) 222-8402.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hinrichsen?
Dr. John Hinrichsen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hinrichsen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Shreveport/LA community, Dr. Hinrichsen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hinrichsen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Hinrichsen board certified in Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Hinrichsen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Hinrichsen speak?
Dr. Hinrichsen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hinrichsen treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Hinrichsen 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. Hinrichsen. 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:
- Alternating Walleye
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Walleye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Birth Defects
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Also known as:
- Other Optic Nerve Disorder
- Pseudopapilledema
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Miscellaneous Optic Nerve Conditions
- Unspecified Optic Nerve Problems
- Optic Nerve Disease
- Pseudo-swollen optic disc
- Optic disc elevation
- Congenital optic disc anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47093: Other disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classified, bilateral
- H47333: Pseudopapilledema of optic disc, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Vision Problems
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H538: Other visual disturbances
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Intraretinal Microvascular Abnormality
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinal arterial macroaneurysm with supravalvular pulmonic stenosis
- Retinal Microvascular Issues
- Abnormal Small Retinal Vessels
- Retinal Vascular Malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3509: Other intraretinal microvascular abnormalities
Also known as:
- Unequal Vision
- Refractive Errors
- Anisometropia
- Different Eye Prescriptions
- Vision Disparity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5231: Anisometropia
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral
Also known as:
- Bilirubin Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome
- Dubin-Johnson syndrome', 'Gilbert's syndrome
- Jaundice cause
ICD-10 Codes:
- E806: Other disorders of bilirubin metabolism
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Hinrichsen perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Hinrichsen 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. Hinrichsen's office.
Does Dr. Hinrichsen accept my insurance?
Dr. Hinrichsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 222-8402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hinrichsen accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Hinrichsen in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hinrichsen's office located?
Dr. John Hinrichsen's Primary Practice
1455 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 222-8402
What is Dr. Hinrichsen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hinrichsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255335121.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hinrichsen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hinrichsen
What is Dr. John Hinrichsen's specialty?
Dr. Hinrichsen is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Hinrichsen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Hinrichsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hinrichsen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis Knighton South. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 John Hinrichsen accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. John Hinrichsen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Hinrichsen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hinrichsen's office at (318) 222-8402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Hinrichsen?
Please contact Dr. Hinrichsen's office at (318) 222-8402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Hinrichsen have?
Dr. John Hinrichsen is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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