Summary

Dr. Lawrence Tenkman is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision correction procedures. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and has practiced for two decades, building extensive expertise in treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Tenkman speaks English and works closely with patients to address their vision concerns.

Dr. Tenkman is affiliated with University of Cincinnati Medical Center and practices at Bennett and Bloom Eye Centers locations in Louisville and Florence, Kentucky, as well as Jewish Hospital in Louisville and Eye Surgery Center of New Albany in Indiana. He focuses on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants and laser refractive surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 20 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Lawrence Robert Tenkman has 5 locations

Bennett And Bloom Eye Centers

1935 Bluegrass Ave Ste 200Louisville, KY 40215
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bennett And Bloom Eye Centers

6905 BURLINGTON PIKE STE BFLORENCE, KY 41042
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bennett & Bloom

9200 Leesgate Rd Ste 100Louisville, KY 40222
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jewish Hospital

200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202

Eye Surgery Center Of New Albany

520 W 1st StNew Albany, IN 47150
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Lawrence Robert Tenkman, MDDr. Steven Matthew Howell, MDDr. Robb Riebel Shrader, MDDr. Craig Hamilton Douglas, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.4 
4.7 
20 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLOUISVILLE , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Robert Tenkman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Assurant Health
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • DentaQuest
  • Devoted Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • March Vision Care
  • MDwise
  • MDwise - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • Sagamore Health Network
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence Robert Tenkman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence Robert Tenkman has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Dr. Lawrence Robert Tenkman holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Indiana and Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Indiana that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Tenkman's NPI number is 1023207859.

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Dr. Lawrence Tenkman speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Tenkman affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Tenkman is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Lawrence Tenkman's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Tenkman's office is located at 1935 Bluegrass Ave Ste 200, Louisville, KY, 40215.

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