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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lusk, Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. James Lusk, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Lusk graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Tex Health Science Center. Dr. Lusk is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lusk’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lusk’s office at (318) 222-5555.
Where did Dr. Lusk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tex Health Science Center | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lusk board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Lusk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Lusk speak?
Dr. Lusk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lusk treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lusk 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. Lusk. 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:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
What procedures does Dr. Lusk perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lusk 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. Lusk. 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Lusk accept my insurance?
Dr. Lusk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 222-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lusk accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Lusk in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molex
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lusk's office located?
Dr. James Lusk's Primary Practice
451 Ashley Ridge Blvd
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 222-5555
What is Dr. Lusk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lusk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992772941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lusk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lusk
What is Dr. James Lusk's specialty?
Dr. Lusk is a Specialist near Shreveport, LA. Contact Dr. Lusk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Lusk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lusk is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Specialist?
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Is James Lusk accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Lusk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lusk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lusk's office at (318) 222-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lusk?
Please contact Dr. Lusk's office at (318) 222-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Lusk have?
Dr. James Lusk is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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