Who is Dr. Berg, Ophthalmologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Where did Dr. Berg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, General Surgery | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Berg board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Berg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Berg speak?
Dr. Berg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Berg typically treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Berg 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. Berg. 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:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Glaucoma
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
- Eye pressure damage
- Optic nerve damage from glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Blepharitis
- Eyelid Disorder
- Eyelid Inflammation
- Crusty Eyelids
- Eyelid Margin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H01009: Unspecified blepharitis unspecified eye, unspecified eyelid
Also known as:
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
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
What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Berg typically perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Berg 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. Berg. 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
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
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)
Does Dr. Berg accept my insurance?
Dr. Berg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 604-5791 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berg accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Berg in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Berg's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Berg affiliated with?
Dr. Berg has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Peter Berg?
Dr. Berg has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Berg's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780621730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berg