Dr. James J. Altenbernd
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 31 years
- Graduated from: University Of Missouri St Louis - School Of Optometry
- Graduation year: 1990
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1770535965
Dr. James J. Altenbernd O.D.
Optometrist
He is located at 4512 Lemay Ferry Road in Saint Louis, MO 63129. Can help patients with the following: Color Blindness, Dry Eyes, Eyeglasses Fitting and Prescription, Farsightedness, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Imaging. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770535965. Appointment can be made via the phone number (314) 845-6410. He is affiliated with 1 practices.
Conditions treated
Dr. James J. Altenbernd, being an optometrist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. James J. Altenbernd.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Color Blindness
- Contact Lens Prescription and Fitting
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Allergy
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Eyeglasses Fitting and Prescription
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Hypertropia
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Imaging
- Sty
Procedures Performed by Dr. James J. Altenbernd
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. James J. Altenbernd as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $8 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. James J. Altenbernd is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. James J. Altenbernd is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Optometry .
Medicare practice location(s) (city/state/zip only, as reported to Medicare):
- SAINT LOUIS, MO, 63125-5565
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Synergeyes | $68 |
| Johnson \u0026 Johnson | $34 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $102 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI ST LOUIS - SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY
Graduated in 1990
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Questions & Answers
Does Dr. James J. Altenbernd accept patients with UnitedHealthcare?
Yes, Dr. James J. Altenbernd is listed in-network for UnitedHealthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. James J. Altenbernd?
Dr. James J. Altenbernd's office is located at 4512 Lemay Ferry Road in Saint Louis, MO 63129.
What conditions does Dr. James J. Altenbernd treat?
Dr. James J. Altenbernd provides treatment for Color Blindness, Dry Eyes, Eyeglasses Fitting and Prescription, Farsightedness, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Imaging. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. James J. Altenbernd have affiliation with practices?
Dr. James J. Altenbernd is affiliated with Sam's Club Optical 30-8205.