Dr. Philip L. Custer
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 43 years
- Graduated from: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1978
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1538187968
Dr. Philip L. Custer MD
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 4901 Forest Park Avenue Dept Ophthalmology, 6th Fl in Saint Louis, MO 63108. Can help patients with the following: Chalazion, Herpes of the Eye, Nearsightedness, Presbyopia, Retinal Detachment, Scleritis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538187968. Appointment can be made via the phone number (314) 362-3937. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 4 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Philip L. Custer, being an ophthalmologist, 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. Philip L. Custer.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Chalazion
- Color Blindness
- Corneal Disease
- Corneal Ulcer
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Double Vision
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Herpes of the Eye
- Hypertropia
- Keratitis
- Keratoconus
- LASIK
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Optic Neuritis
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
- Scleritis
- Sty
- Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
- Tunnel Vision
- Usher Syndrome
- Uveitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Philip L. Custer
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Philip L. Custer as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Cox HealthPlans
Network data as of Sep 11, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 7 plans from Cox HealthPlans
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox HealthPlans Bronze Expanded Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Bronze Preferred | EPO · Bronze | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Gold Preferred | EPO · Gold | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Gold Standard | EPO · Gold | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Connect | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Preferred | EPO · Silver | EPO | Accepting new patients |
| Cox HealthPlans Silver Standard | EPO · Silver | EPO | 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. Philip L. Custer 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. Philip L. Custer is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology .
Bills through: Washington University
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.
Studies
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1978
Affiliated hospitals
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Philip L. Custer?
Dr. Philip L. Custer's office is located at 4901 Forest Park Avenue Dept Ophthalmology, 6th Fl in Saint Louis, MO 63108.
What conditions does Dr. Philip L. Custer treat?
Dr. Philip L. Custer provides treatment for Chalazion, Herpes of the Eye, Nearsightedness, Presbyopia, Retinal Detachment, Scleritis. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Philip L. Custer have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Philip L. Custer is affiliated with Cohen Eye Associates, Limited.
Has Dr. Philip L. Custer affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Philip L. Custer is affiliated with BARNES JEWISH HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.
Does Dr. Philip L. Custer accept patients with Cox HealthPlans?
Yes, Dr. Philip L. Custer is listed in-network for Cox HealthPlans through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.