Summary

Dr. Steven Howell is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in strabismus and related vision disorders. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. With 24 years of clinical experience, Dr. Howell has developed extensive knowledge in treating complex eye conditions that affect both children and adults. He provides care to patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Howell practices at multiple locations throughout the Louisville metro area, including offices in Louisville, Kentucky, New Albany, Indiana, and Jeffersonville, Indiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Norton Clark Hospital. His clinical focus centers on treating strabismus (crossed eyes), diplopia (double vision), and amblyopia (lazy eye). He performs comprehensive eye examinations, specialized strabismus surgeries to correct eye alignment, and tonometry testing to measure eye pressure. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 24 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Steven Matthew Howell has 3 locations

Dr. Black's Eye Associates of Southern Indiana

Louisville, KY 40222
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Black's Eye Associates of Southern Indiana

New Albany, IN 47150
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Dr. Black's Eye Associates of Southern Indiana

Jeffersonville, IN 47130
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

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.4 
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24 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Russian Speaks English, French Speaks English
Louisville , KYBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYScranton , PA
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Upstate Medical University Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Steven Matthew Howell

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • APWU
  • Avesis
  • Avesis - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • DentaQuest
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • EyeMed
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • March Vision Care
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SIHO Insurance Services
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Steven Matthew Howell has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Steven Matthew Howell has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Alabama School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Howell's NPI number is 1568492965.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Steven Howell's office located?
Dr. Steven Howell's office is located at , Louisville, KY, 40222.
Which hospitals is Dr. Steven Howell affiliated with?
Dr. Steven Howell is affiliated with Norton Clark Hospital.
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