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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Barba, Specialist in Bloomington, IL?
Dr. Kenneth Barba, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Barba graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; St John'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Barba is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barba’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barba’s office at (309) 829-5311.
Where did Dr. Barba go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; St John'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | Loyola University Hospital | LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program
Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Barba board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Barba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Barba speak?
Dr. Barba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Barba typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Barba 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. Barba. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
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. Barba typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Barba 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. Barba. 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
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
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)
- 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more
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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
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:
- 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. Barba accept my insurance?
Dr. Barba 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. Barba accept in Bloomington, IL?
Dr. Barba 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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. Barba's office located?
What is Dr. Barba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Barba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265473706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barba
What is Dr. Kenneth Barba's specialty?
Dr. Barba is a Specialist near Bloomington, IL.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Barba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Barba is affiliated with Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Carle Bromenn Medical Center, Osf Healthcare St. Mary 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
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Is Kenneth Barba accepting new patients in Bloomington, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Barba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Barba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Barba's office at (309) 829-5311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Barba?
Please contact Dr. Barba's office at (309) 829-5311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Barba have?
Dr. Kenneth Barba is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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