Summary

Dr. Louis Hirsch is an ophthalmologist with dual training in internal medicine who brings 15 years of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed his residency training at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. His comprehensive background allows him to provide specialized eye care while understanding how vision health connects to overall medical wellness.

Dr. Hirsch practices at locations throughout Springfield, Missouri, including Mercy Clinic Eye Specialists Ophthalmology Surgery Center and Mercy Hospital Springfield. He focuses on treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions. His expertise includes performing vision tests, visual field testing, and tonometry to help diagnose and monitor eye diseases. Patients have given him an average rating of 1.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 1.7
  • 15 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Louis Kendall Hirsch has 2 locations

Mercy Clinic Eye Specialists Opthalmology Surgery Center

1229 E Seminole St Ste 430Springfield, MO 65804
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Springfield

1235 E Cherokee StSpringfield, MO 65804

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Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI KANSAS CITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Louis Kendall Hirsch

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Louis Kendall Hirsch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Louis Kendall Hirsch has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Louis Kendall Hirsch holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 2012 and University Of Southern California The Herman Ostrow School Of Dentistry in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Hirsch's NPI number is 1679839872.

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Where is Dr. Louis Hirsch's office located?
Dr. Louis Hirsch's office is located at 1229 E Seminole St Ste 430, Springfield, MO, 65804.
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