Who is Dr. Siebert, Glaucoma Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?
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 and 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, and 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 a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Siebert typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Siebert typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- 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
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)
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
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
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
ASR Corporation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Siebert's office located?
Dr. Karl Siebert's Primary Practice
1000 East Paris Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
(616) 949-2001
What is Dr. Siebert's NPI number?A 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