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Dr. Joseph Harman, MD

Dr. Joseph Harman, MD

Bloomington, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Harman, Specialist in Bloomington, IL?

    Dr. Joseph Harman, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Harman graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Joseph'S Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Harman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harman’s office at (309) 829-5311.

    Where did Dr. Harman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Joseph'S Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Joseph's Hospital | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Harman board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Harman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Harman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Harman typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Harman 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. Harman. 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
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • POAG

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Harman typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Harman 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. Harman. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    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)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Eyelid Lesion Removal
    • Eyelid growth removal
    • Eyelid bump excision
    • Eyelid skin lesion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Plug Insertion
    • Punctal Plug Insertion
    • Lacrimal Punctum Closure
    • Dry Eye Plugs

    CPT Codes:

    • 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each

    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. Harman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 829-5311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harman accept in Bloomington, IL?

    Dr. Harman in Bloomington, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Harman's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Harman's Primary Practice

    1008 N Main St

    Bloomington, IL 61701

    (309) 829-5311

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

    Fellow

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

    Dr. Harman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942241484.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harman?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Harman's specialty?

    Dr. Harman is a Specialist near Bloomington, IL.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Harman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Harman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hshs St. Marys Hospital, Hshs St. Johns 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

    When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Joseph Harman accepting new patients in Bloomington, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Harman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Harman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harman's office at (309) 829-5311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Harman?

    Please contact Dr. Harman's office at (309) 829-5311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Harman have?

    Dr. Joseph Harman is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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