Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baran, Ophthalmologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Francine Baran, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Baran graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Ophthalmology, SUNY Downstate Medical Center at Brooklyn, Brooklyn. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Baran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baran’s office.
Where did Dr. Baran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Children's National Medical Center, Pediatric Ophth | George Washington University / School of Medicine And Health Sciences
Residency: Ophthalmology, SUNY Downstate Medical Center at Brooklyn, Brooklyn | SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals | State Univ. of New York Downstate
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine | Drexel University College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Baran board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Francine Baran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology , American Board of Ophthalmology since 2007
What languages does Dr. Baran speak?
Dr. Baran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Baran typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Baran 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. Baran. 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:
- Walleye
- Inward Turning Eye
- Esotropia
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Glaucoma at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Glaucoma
- Early-onset glaucoma
- Infant Glaucoma
- Primary Congenital Glaucoma
- Early-Onset Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q150: Congenital glaucoma
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Baran typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Baran 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. Baran. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
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:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Does Dr. Baran accept my insurance?
Dr. Baran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baran accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Baran in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Baran's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Baran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346302189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baran
What is Dr. Francine Baran's specialty?
Dr. Baran is a Ophthalmologist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Ophthalmologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Francine Baran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baran is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Francine Baran accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Francine Baran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francine Baran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baran's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francine Baran?
Please contact Dr. Baran's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francine Baran have?
Dr. Francine Baran is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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