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1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Murtagh is an ophthalmologist with an impressive 66 years of experience caring for patients with eye and vision conditions. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency training at Louisiana State University. His extensive career spans more than six decades of dedicated practice in eye care.
Dr. Murtagh practices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he serves patients throughout the region. His long-standing commitment to ophthalmology has made him a trusted choice for comprehensive eye care in the community. Patients consistently rate Dr. Murtagh highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Murtagh practices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he serves patients throughout the region. His long-standing commitment to ophthalmology has made him a trusted choice for comprehensive eye care in the community. Patients consistently rate Dr. Murtagh highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 66 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- Louisiana State University
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 66 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | Speaks English, Vietnamese | |
| Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Zachary , LA | Baton Rouge , LA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James J Murtagh
Medical Specialties
Dr. James J Murtagh has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James J Murtagh has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
66 Years Experience
Dr. James J Murtagh holds an inactive medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Louisiana State University.
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1960.
NPI Number
Dr. Murtagh's NPI number is 1437378619.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. James Murtagh accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Murtagh has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. James Murtagh accepting new patients?
- Dr. James Murtagh has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Murtagh?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Murtagh here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. James Murtagh's office located?
- Dr. James Murtagh's office is located at Infirmary Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70803.
- Does Dr. James Murtagh accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Murtagh accepts on their Vitals profile.
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