Summary

Dr. Roderick Fields is the Clinical Director of Southern Low Vision. Dr. Fields retired from his busy practice to dedicate the rest of his career to helping patients with low vision. He has established multiple satellite offices throughout the entire state of Mississippi and North Alabama.

When a patient with low vision contacts Southern Low Vision, Dr. Fields personally calls the patient or their caretaker to discuss their situation and advise them on what can be done to help, and also discusses the fees involved and potential costs of low vision devices that might help them.

Dr. Fields has been on the staff of Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, MS, for over 20 years, treating patients with Traumatic Brain Injury and vision loss. He is certified as a lecturer on Low Vision and has presented lectures to many groups, including the Mississippi Optometric Association. He is a Fellow of the International Association of Low Vision Specialists and a member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA).

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Office Location

Southern Low Vision

1900 23rd AveGulfport, MS 39501

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 34 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • International Association of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS)
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Roderick D. Fields

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Moda Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Roderick D. Fields has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Roderick D. Fields has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Eye Exam
  • Vision Therapy

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Roderick D. Fields is board certified in Chairman by the Vision Rehabilitation and Low Vision committee of the Mississippi Optometric Association.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Chairman by the Vision Rehabilitation and Low Vision committee of the Mississippi Optometric Association.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at International Association of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS).

University

Graduated from West Virginia Institute of Technology - Doctor of Optometry in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Fields' NPI number is 1073595906.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Roderick Fields accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Roderick Fields's office located?
Dr. Roderick Fields's office is located at 1900 23rd Ave, Gulfport, MS, 39501.
What languages does Dr. Roderick Fields speak?
Dr. Roderick Fields speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Roderick Fields?
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Does Dr. Roderick Fields accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Roderick Fields has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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