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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. 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 Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hinrichsen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, and 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Hinrichsen typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Walleye
- Monocular Exotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5051: Esophoria
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
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
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Miscellaneous Optic Nerve Conditions
- Unspecified Optic Nerve Problems
- Optic Nerve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47093: Other disorders of optic nerve, not elsewhere classified, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Hinrichsen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Hinrichsen 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus (Superior Oblique)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Superior Oblique Muscle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 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)
- 67318: Strabismus surgery, any procedure, superior oblique muscle
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Eye Muscle Injection (Chemodenervation)
- Ocular Muscle Paralysis
- Strabismus Treatment Injection
- Botox for Eye Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 67345: Chemodenervation of extraocular muscle
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. 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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 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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