26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crawford, Ophthalmologist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Patrick Crawford, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Crawford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crawford’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crawford’s office at (337) 478-3810.
What languages does Dr. Crawford speak?
Dr. Crawford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Crawford typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Crawford 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. Crawford. 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Blepharospasm
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Senile Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- G245: Blepharospasm
- H02132: Senile ectropion of right lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Right-Sided Hemifacial Spasm
- Facial Injuries and Disorder
- Right Facial Twitch
- Involuntary Right Facial Contractions
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5131: Clonic hemifacial spasm, right
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Neoplasm
- Soft Tissue Growth
- Uncertain Soft Tissue Mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D481: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of connective and other soft tissue
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Crawford typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Crawford 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. Crawford. 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:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Opening Procedure
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Lacrimal Punctum Incision
- Punctal Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Opening
- Tear Duct Snip
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Crawford accept my insurance?
Dr. Crawford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 478-3810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crawford accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Crawford in Lake Charles, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Crawford's office located?
Dr. Patrick Crawford's Primary Practice
1767 Imperial Blvd
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 478-3810
What is Dr. Crawford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crawford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619959541.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crawford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crawford
What is Dr. Patrick Crawford's specialty?
Dr. Crawford is a Ophthalmologist near Lake Charles, LA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.
Is this Dr. Patrick Crawford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crawford is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion Hospital 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
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Is Patrick Crawford accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Crawford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Crawford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crawford's office at (337) 478-3810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Crawford?
Please contact Dr. Crawford's office at (337) 478-3810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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