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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barnard, Glaucoma Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Luke Barnard, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Barnard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barnard’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barnard’s office at (619) 465-2020.
What languages does Dr. Barnard speak?
Dr. Barnard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Barnard typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Barnard 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. Barnard. 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
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Barnard typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Barnard 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. Barnard. 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
- 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
- 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
- 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
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:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Laser Treatment (Cyclophotocoagulation)
- Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
- Ciliary body laser
- CPC treatment
CPT Codes:
- 66710: Ciliary body destruction; cyclophotocoagulation, transscleral
Does Dr. Barnard accept my insurance?
Dr. Barnard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 465-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Barnard accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Barnard in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Barnard's office located?
Dr. Luke Barnard's Primary Practice
5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 551
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 465-2020
What is Dr. Barnard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barnard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710543111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barnard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barnard
What is Dr. Luke Barnard's specialty?
Dr. Barnard is a Glaucoma Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Glaucoma Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Luke Barnard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barnard is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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
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Is Luke Barnard accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Luke Barnard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luke Barnard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barnard's office at (619) 465-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luke Barnard?
Please contact Dr. Barnard's office at (619) 465-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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