Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Alan B. Richards

Ophthalmology
Highland Clinic A Prof Med Corp
1400 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 103, 
Shreveport, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
4
conditions
Highland Clinic A Prof Med Corp
1400 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 103, 
Shreveport, LA 

Overview

Alan Richards is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Dr. Richards is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Esotropia, X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus, and Amblyopia.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Richards is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in LA

Hospital Affiliations

Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Highland Clinic A Prof Med Corp
1400 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 103, Shreveport, LA 71105

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

2 Total Publications

Risk of corneal epithelial defects with and without postoperative erythromycin ointment after laser photocoagulation for retinopathy of prematurity.
Risk of corneal epithelial defects with and without postoperative erythromycin ointment after laser photocoagulation for retinopathy of prematurity.
Journal: Indian journal of ophthalmology
Published: July 25, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alan B. Richards

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alan B. Richards?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Alan B. Richards by calling their office at 318-222-8402. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alan B. Richards a top-rated expert for Strabismus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alan B. Richards is classified as an Distinguished expert for Strabismus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alan B. Richards specialize in?

While Dr. Alan B. Richards is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Strabismus, Esotropia, and X-Linked Infantile Nystagmus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Alan B. Richards participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Alan B. Richards has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strabismus. You can view a list of Dr. Alan B. Richards's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Alan B. Richards accept my insurance?

Dr. Alan B. Richards accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 318-222-8402 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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