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Dr. Sila Bal, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bal, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Sila Bal, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bal’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bal’s office at (215) 829-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Bal speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bal treat?

    As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Bal 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. Bal. 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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    What procedures does Dr. Bal perform?

    As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Bal 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. Bal. 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:

    • 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:

    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    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. Bal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 829-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bal accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Bal in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlohaCare

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bal's office located?

    Dr. Sila Bal's Primary Practice

    243 Charles St

    Boston, MA 02114

    (215) 829-3000

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    Dr. Sila Bal's Practice 2

    888 S King St

    Honolulu, HI 96813

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

    Dr. Bal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417451246.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bal?

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

    What is Dr. Sila Bal's specialty?

    Dr. Bal is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods. Contact Dr. Bal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sila Bal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bal is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center, Straub Benioff Medical Center 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 Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?

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    Is Sila Bal accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Sila Bal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sila Bal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bal's office at (215) 829-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sila Bal?

    Please contact Dr. Bal's office at (215) 829-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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