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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wilbanks, Ophthalmologist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Garth Wilbanks, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Wilbanks completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Ophthalmology; Univ Miami Sch Med, Ophthalmology. Dr. Wilbanks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilbanks’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilbanks’s office at (207) 947-6743.
Where did Dr. Wilbanks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Ophthalmology; Univ Miami Sch Med, Ophthalmology | Medical College Of Georgia Hospital and Clinic
Medical School: Mc Gill Univ- Fac Of Med- Montreal- Que- Canada
Is Dr. Wilbanks board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Garth Wilbanks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Wilbanks speak?
Dr. Wilbanks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wilbanks treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Wilbanks diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wilbanks. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H401122: Primary open-angle glaucoma, left eye, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Cloudy Spot on Edge of Cornea
- Corneal Disorder
- Peripheral Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H17822: Peripheral opacity of cornea, left eye
- H17821: Peripheral opacity of cornea, right eye
Also known as:
- Small Pupils
- Eye Disease
- Miosis
- Constricted pupils
- Pinpoint pupils
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5703: Miosis
Also known as:
- Cloudy Cornea
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Scarring
- Corneal Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H17823: Peripheral opacity of cornea, bilateral
Also known as:
- Retinal Edema
- Retinal Disorder
- Swelling of the Retina
- Fluid in Retina
- Macular Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3581: Retinal edema
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Which procedures does Dr. Wilbanks perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Garth Wilbanks may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wilbanks' office.
Does Dr. Wilbanks accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilbanks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 947-6743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilbanks accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Wilbanks in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Delta Dental
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wilbanks' office located?
What is Dr. Wilbanks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilbanks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265420640.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilbanks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilbanks
What is Dr. Garth Wilbanks's specialty?
Dr. Wilbanks is a Ophthalmologist near Bangor, ME. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Wilbanks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Garth Wilbanks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wilbanks is affiliated with RUSH University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Garth Wilbanks accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Garth Wilbanks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Garth Wilbanks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilbanks's office at (207) 947-6743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Garth Wilbanks?
Please contact Dr. Wilbanks's office at (207) 947-6743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Garth Wilbanks have?
Dr. Garth Wilbanks is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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