Dr. John R. Shipp
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 16 years
- Graduated from: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 2005
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1538379789
Dr. John R. Shipp M. D.
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 2500 North State Street in Jackson, MS 39216. Can help patients with the following: Blindness, Keratitis, Pink Eye, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Sty, Tunnel Vision. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538379789. Appointment can be made via the phone number (601) 984-5023. He is affiliated with 3 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. John Rivers Shipp, 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. John R. Shipp.
- 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. John R. Shipp
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. John R. Shipp as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter Health
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 14 plans from Ambetter Health
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choice Bronze HSA | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Not accepting new patients |
Cigna Healthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 10 plans from Cigna Healthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect Bronze 6500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze 8500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Bronze CMS Standard | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Gold CMS Standard | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myDiabetesCare Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect myHeartCare Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 4000 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver 6500 Indiv Med Deductible | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Connect Silver CMS Standard | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
Oscar Health Plan, Inc.
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 7 plans from Oscar Health Plan, Inc.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronze Classic Standard | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Gold Classic Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Classic Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | HMO · Silver | 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. John R. Shipp 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. John R. Shipp is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology .
Bills through: Shipp & Wooten Eye Center Pllc
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
| Johnson \u0026 Johnson | $2033 |
| Alcon | $222 |
| Allergan | $132 |
Other
| Travel and Lodging | $1396 |
| Food and Beverage | $1046 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 2005
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. John Rivers Shipp?
Dr. John Rivers Shipp's office is located at 2500 North State Street in Jackson, MS 39216.
What conditions does Dr. John Rivers Shipp treat?
Dr. John Rivers Shipp provides treatment for Blindness, Keratitis, Pink Eye, Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), Sty, Tunnel Vision. For the full list see this list.
Has Dr. John Rivers Shipp affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. John Rivers Shipp is affiliated with MAGNOLIA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER.
Does Dr. John Rivers Shipp accept patients with Cigna Healthcare?
Yes, Dr. John Rivers Shipp is listed in-network for Cigna Healthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Does Dr. John Rivers Shipp have affiliation with practices?
Dr. John Rivers Shipp is affiliated with The Hughes Eye Center. For the full list of practices see this list.