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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berk, Glaucoma Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Thomas Berk, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Berk is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berk’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berk’s office at (404) 778-2020.
What languages does Dr. Berk speak?
Dr. Berk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Berk typically treat?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Berk 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. Berk. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401113: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, severe stage
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
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
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Sense Organ Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Eye surgery aftercare
- Ear surgery aftercare
- Sensory organ recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48810: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the sense organs
What procedures does a Glaucoma Specialist like Dr. Berk typically perform?
As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Berk 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. Berk. 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:
- 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:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Implant
- Aqueous Shunt Surgery
- Glaucoma Shunt with Graft
- Eye Pressure Shunt
CPT Codes:
- 66180: Aqueous shunt to extraocular equatorial plate reservoir, external approach; with graft
Also known as:
- Laser Trabeculoplasty
- Glaucoma laser surgery
- Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
- Trabeculoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
Does Dr. Berk accept my insurance?
Dr. Berk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 778-2020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berk accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Berk in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Berk's office located?
Dr. Thomas Berk's Primary Practice
80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 778-2020
What is Dr. Berk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811586621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berk
What is Dr. Thomas Berk's specialty?
Dr. Berk is a Glaucoma Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Thomas Berk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berk is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Thomas Berk accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Berk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Berk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berk's office at (404) 778-2020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Berk?
Please contact Dr. Berk's office at (404) 778-2020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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