Overview
Matthew Smith is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Smith is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Presbyopia.
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550 Connell Park Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
9001 Summa Ave Ste 245, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Matthew Smith
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Smith?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Matthew Smith by calling their office at 225-924-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Matthew Smith a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Matthew Smith is classified as an Advanced expert for Cataract, 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. Matthew Smith specialize in?
While Dr. Matthew Smith is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Matthew Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthew Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 225-924-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- CataractDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- GlaucomaDr. Smith isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
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- AstigmatismDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- ChalazionDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EpiscleritisDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Smith isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.