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Dr. Karl Siebert, MD

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Siebert, Glaucoma Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Karl Siebert, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Siebert graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Siebert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Siebert’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Siebert’s office at (616) 949-2001.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Siebert?

    Dr. Karl Siebert, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Glaucoma Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Siebert empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Grand Rapids/MI community, Dr. Siebert is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Siebert go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Siebert board certified as a Glaucoma Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Siebert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Siebert speak?

    Dr. Siebert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Siebert treat?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Siebert 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. Siebert. 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:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, 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:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
    • H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage

    What procedures does Dr. Siebert perform?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Siebert performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Siebert. 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 Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
    • Eye Drainage Device Insertion
    • Corneal Incision for Astigmatism Correction
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • Trabeculectomy
    • Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
    • Eye Pressure Surgery
    • Aqueous drainage device placement
    • Glaucoma drainage implant
    • Subconjunctival drainage device
    • Astigmatism correction surgery
    • Corneal relaxing incision
    • Eye surgery for astigmatism
    • Limbal relaxing incision (LRI)

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
    • 0449T: Insertion of aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, into the subconjunctival space; initial device
    • 65772: Corneal relaxing incision for correction of surgically induced astigmatism

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
    • Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
    • Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
    • Glaucoma Surgery for Scarred Eye (Trabeculectomy)
    • Aqueous Shunt Surgery
    • Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
    • Eye Pressure Shunt
    • Aqueous Shunt Placement
    • Glaucoma Implant Surgery
    • Eye Pressure Drainage Device
    • Goniotomy Procedure
    • Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
    • Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
    • Trabeculectomy with antifibrotic agents
    • Glaucoma drainage surgery
    • Eye pressure surgery with scarring

    CPT Codes:

    • 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
    • 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
    • 65820: Goniotomy
    • 66172: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo with scarring from previous ocular surgery or trauma (includes injection of antifibrotic agents)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Drug-Eluting Implant in Tear Duct
    • Lacrimal Canaliculus Implant
    • Tear Duct Drug Implant
    • Punctal Implant for Eye Medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 68841: Insertion of drug-eluting implant, including punctal dilation when performed, into lacrimal canaliculus, each

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
    • Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
    • Ciliary body laser
    • CPC treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral

    Also known as:

    • Eye Surgery Wound Repair
    • Anterior segment wound revision
    • Eye wound repair
    • Ocular wound revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 66250: Revision or repair of operative wound of anterior segment, any type, early or late, major or minor procedure

    Does Dr. Siebert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Siebert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 949-2001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Siebert accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Siebert in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Siebert's office located?

    Dr. Karl Siebert's Primary Practice

    1000 East Paris Ave SE Ste 130

    Grand Rapids, MI 49546

    (616) 949-2001

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    Dr. Karl Siebert's Practice 2

    2221 Health Dr SW Ste 1100

    Wyoming, MI 49519

    (616) 252-5710

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    What is Dr. Siebert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Siebert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205809159.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Siebert?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Siebert

    What is Dr. Karl Siebert's specialty?

    Dr. Siebert is a Glaucoma Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Siebert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Siebert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Siebert is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, University of Michigan Health - West which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Glaucoma Specialist?

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    Is Karl Siebert accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Siebert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Siebert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Siebert's office at (616) 949-2001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Siebert?

    Please contact Dr. Siebert's office at (616) 949-2001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Siebert have?

    Dr. Karl Siebert is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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