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Dr. Derek Sprunger, MD
Indianapolis, IN
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sprunger, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Derek Sprunger, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sprunger completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; In Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Ophthalmology. Dr. Sprunger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sprunger’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sprunger’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sprunger?
Dr. Derek Sprunger, 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. Sprunger empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amblyopia, Eye Muscle Disorders, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus-Adult & Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis/IN community, Dr. Sprunger is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sprunger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; In Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Hlthcare Ctr, Ophthalmology | Indiana University
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In
Is Dr. Sprunger board certified in Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Derek Sprunger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Sprunger speak?
Dr. Sprunger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sprunger treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Sprunger 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. Sprunger. 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
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Monocular Esotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Monocular Exotropia
- Crossed Eyes
- Vertical Strabismus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
- Convergent Strabismus
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
- Intermittent alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing sometimes
- Occasional alternating inward eye turn
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
- H5032: Intermittent alternating esotropia
- H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
Also known as:
- Defective Stereoscopic Vision
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Poor depth perception
- Lack of 3D vision
- Stereopsis defect
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5332: Fusion with defective stereopsis
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
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:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- Autism
- ASD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F849: Pervasive developmental disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sprunger perform as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Derek Sprunger 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. Sprunger's office.
Does Dr. Sprunger accept my insurance?
Dr. Sprunger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sprunger accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Sprunger in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Unified Group Services
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sprunger's office located?
What is Dr. Sprunger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sprunger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184625311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sprunger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sprunger
What is Dr. Derek Sprunger's specialty?
Dr. Sprunger is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Sprunger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Sprunger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sprunger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
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Is Derek Sprunger accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Derek Sprunger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Sprunger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sprunger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Sprunger?
Please contact Dr. Sprunger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Sprunger have?
Dr. Derek Sprunger is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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