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Dr. Wilson Baber, MD

Ophthalmologist

Shreveport, LA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baber, Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Wilson Baber, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Baber graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Baber is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baber’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baber’s office at (318) 221-3403.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Ophthalmology; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Ophthalmology; Lsu Hlth Sci Ctr-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Baber board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Wilson Baber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Baber speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Baber typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Baber 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. Baber. 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:

    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Detachment with Break
    • Retinal Detachment
    • Detached Retina with Tear
    • Retinal Tear with Detachment
    • Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H33001: Unspecified retinal detachment with retinal break, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, 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

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Baber typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Baber 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. Baber. 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:

    • 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:

    • Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
    • Vitrectomy for Macular Pucker
    • Vitrectomy Eye Surgery
    • Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
    • Retinal reattachment surgery
    • Eye surgery for detached retina
    • Retinal Membrane Removal
    • Macular Pucker Surgery
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy
    • Retinal Surgery
    • Eye Gel Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
    • 67041: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with removal of preretinal cellular membrane (eg, macular pucker)
    • 67036: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach;

    Also known as:

    • Vitrectomy with Endolaser Treatment
    • Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Laser
    • Retinal Laser Surgery
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67040: Vitrectomy, mechanical, pars plana approach; with endolaser panretinal photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Complex Retinal Detachment Repair
    • Vitrectomy for Retinal Detachment
    • Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy Repair
    • Diabetic Retinal Detachment Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67113: Repair of complex retinal detachment (eg, proliferative vitreoretinopathy, stage C-1 or greater, diabetic traction retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, retinal tear of greater than 90 degrees), with vitrectomy and membrane peeling, including, when performed, air, gas, or silicone oil tamponade, cryotherapy, endolaser photocoagulation, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
    • Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
    • Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
    • Retinal Laser Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation

    Does Dr. Baber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 221-3403 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baber accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Baber in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Baber's office located?

    Dr. Wilson Baber's Primary Practice

    734 N Ashley Ridge Loop

    Shreveport, LA 71106

    (318) 221-3403

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    100 Arklatex Retina Consultants Llc

    2828 4th St Ste 100

    Longview, TX 75605

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    Dr. Wilson Baber's Practice 3

    1455 E Bert Kouns Ind Loop Ste 207

    Shreveport, LA 71105

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    What hospitals are Dr. Baber affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Baber has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Willis - Knighton Medical Center,Shreveport, LA
    Springhill Medical Center,Springhill, LA
    Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler,Tyler, TX
    Ochsner Lsu Health Shreveport - Academic Medical Center,Shreveport, LA

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

    Dr. Baber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386649788.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baber?

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

    What is Dr. Wilson Baber's specialty?

    Dr. Baber is an Ophthalmologist near Shreveport, LA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Wilson Baber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baber is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus St. Michael Health System 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 Dr. Wilson Baber accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Wilson Baber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wilson Baber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baber's office at (318) 221-3403 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wilson Baber?

    Please contact Dr. Baber's office at (318) 221-3403 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Baber's office located?

    Dr. Baber's offices are located in Shreveport, LA and Longview, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wilson Baber have?

    Dr. Wilson Baber is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.