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Dr. Mark Silverberg, MD
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silverberg, Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Mark Silverberg, MD is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Silverberg completed his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Silverberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silverberg’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silverberg’s office at (805) 681-8950.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Silverberg?
Dr. Mark Silverberg, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus 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. Silverberg empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Double Vision (Diplopia), Eye Muscle Disorders, Neuro-Ophthalmology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Barbara, CA community, Dr. Silverberg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Silverberg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
Is Dr. Silverberg board certified as a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mark Silverberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Silverberg speak?
Dr. Silverberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Silverberg typically treat?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Silverberg 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. Silverberg. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Eye Misalignment
- Walleye
- Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Wall Eyes
- Squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5089: Other specified strabismus
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Other Vision Problems
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
- Other visual disturbances
- Unspecified vision issues
- Various eye problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
- H538: Other visual disturbances
Also known as:
- Binocular Eye Movement Disorder
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Disorder of eye coordination
- Eye alignment problem
- Binocular vision dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- H519: Unspecified disorder of binocular movement
What procedures does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist like Dr. Silverberg typically perform?
As a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist, Dr. Silverberg 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. Silverberg. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Eye Muscle Injection (Chemodenervation)
- Ocular Muscle Paralysis
- Strabismus Treatment Injection
- Botox for Eye Muscles
CPT Codes:
- 67345: Chemodenervation of extraocular muscle
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Silverberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Silverberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 681-8950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silverberg accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Silverberg in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
HealthComp
Heritage Health
Humana
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Silverberg's office located?
Dr. Mark Silverberg's Primary Practice
4151 Foothill Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 681-8950
What is Dr. Silverberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silverberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366544488.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silverberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silverberg
What is Dr. Mark Silverberg's specialty?
Dr. Silverberg is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus management focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of eye disorders in children. Common conditions addressed include amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, cataracts, and glaucoma. These disorders may be associated with neurological and endocrinological diseases, trauma, or age-related changes in the extraocular muscles, necessitating medical, optical, and surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Mark Silverberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silverberg is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Ophthalmologist and Strabismus Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mark Silverberg accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Silverberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Silverberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silverberg's office at (805) 681-8950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Silverberg?
Please contact Dr. Silverberg's office at (805) 681-8950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Silverberg have?
Dr. Mark Silverberg is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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