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Who is Dr. Barron, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Bruce Barron, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Barron completed his residency at La State Univ Eye Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine. Dr. Barron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barron’s office at (504) 702-5700.
Where did Dr. Barron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Eye Ctr, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine | University Of Illinois
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch
Is Dr. Barron board certified in Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Barron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Barron speak?
Dr. Barron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Barron treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Barron 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. Barron. 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:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401134: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, indeterminate stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52203: Unspecified astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Diabetic Retinal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113393: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Iridocyclitis
- Eye Disease
- Inflammation of the iris and ciliary body
- Anterior uveitis
- Iritis and cyclitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H209: Unspecified iridocyclitis
Also known as:
- Optic Atrophy
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic neuropathy
- Wasting of the optic nerve
- Damaged optic nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H4720: Unspecified optic atrophy
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H179: Unspecified corneal scar and opacity
Which procedures does Dr. Barron perform as a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Barron may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Barron's office.
Does Dr. Barron accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Barron's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Barron's office located?
Dr. Bruce Barron's Practice 2
3700 Saint Charles Ave # 6
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 412-1200
What is Dr. Barron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457371486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barron
What is Dr. Bruce Barron's specialty?
Dr. Barron is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Barron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bruce Barron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Barron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Bruce Barron accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Bruce Barron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bruce Barron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barron's office at (504) 702-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bruce Barron?
Please contact Dr. Barron's office at (504) 702-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Barron have?
Dr. Bruce Barron is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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