Summary

Dr. Candace Collins treats cataracts, strabismus, and diplopia, and performs eye exams, dilated eye exams, and intraocular lens implants. She has practiced ophthalmology and other specialty areas for 43 years and is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Collins earned her medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU Health Sciences. Patients rate her 3.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Candace Clement Collins has 2 locations

Brass Surgery Center

5328 Didesse DrBaton Rouge, LA 70808
Mon7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Baton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LATexarkana , TX
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Peradeniya Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Candace Clement Collins

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana - POS
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EMI Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Candace Clement Collins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Candace Clement Collins has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Other
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Candace Clement Collins holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Collins' NPI number is 1710944509.

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Dr. Candace Collins speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Candace Collins affiliated with?
Dr. Candace Collins is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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