32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Buerger, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Clairton, PA?
Dr. David Buerger, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Clairton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Buerger graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Buerger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buerger’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buerger’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Buerger?
Dr. David Buerger, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Buerger empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Oculoplastic Surgery, Orbital Surgery, Tear Duct Problems, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Clairton/PA community, Dr. Buerger is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Buerger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Wills Eye Hospital | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Buerger board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Buerger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Buerger speak?
Dr. Buerger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buerger treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Buerger 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. Buerger. 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.
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Eyelid Disorder
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Senile Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02421: Myogenic ptosis of right eyelid
- H02135: Senile ectropion of left lower eyelid
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23111: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper eyelid, including canthus
What procedures does Dr. Buerger perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Buerger 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. Buerger. 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.
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Corner Reconstruction (Canthoplasty)
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Entropion Repair with Suture
- Temporary Eyelid Closure
- Chalazion Removal
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Canthoplasty
- Eyelid corner repair
- Eye shape surgery
- Reconstructive eyelid surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Suture Entropion Correction
- Inward-Turning Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid suturing
- Frost suture procedure
- Temporary tarsorrhaphy
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Eyelid Bump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67950: Canthoplasty (reconstruction of canthus)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 67966: Excision and repair of eyelid, involving lid margin, tarsus, conjunctiva, canthus, or full thickness, may include preparation for skin graft or pedicle flap with adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement; over one-fourth of lid margin
- 67921: Repair of entropion; suture
- 67875: Temporary closure of eyelids by suture (eg, Frost suture)
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67805: Excision of chalazion; multiple, different lids
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plastic Repair
- Canaliculi repair
- Lacrimal canaliculus reconstruction
- Tear duct surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68700: Plastic repair of canaliculi
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
CPT Codes:
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Bypass Surgery (DCR)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Blocked Tear Duct Surgery
- Lacrimal Sac to Nasal Cavity Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 68720: Dacryocystorhinostomy (fistulization of lacrimal sac to nasal cavity)
Also known as:
- Drooping Brow Repair
- Brow Lift
- Forehead Lift
- Ptosis Repair (Brow)
CPT Codes:
- 67900: Repair of brow ptosis (supraciliary, mid-forehead or coronal approach)
Also known as:
- Eyelid Tear Duct Correction (Cautery)
- Everted Punctum Correction
- Tear Duct Cauterization
- Punctal Eversion Repair
CPT Codes:
- 68705: Correction of everted punctum, cautery
Also known as:
- Eye Socket Lesion Removal
- Orbitotomy
- Orbital Tumor Removal
- Eye Socket Growth Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67412: Orbitotomy without bone flap (frontal or transconjunctival approach); with removal of lesion
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Face)
- Facial Skin Graft
- Free Skin Graft (Nose/Ears/Eyelids/Lips)
- Full Thickness Graft for Face
- Cosmetic Skin Graft (Face)
CPT Codes:
- 15260: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, nose, ears, eyelids, and/or lips; 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Removal of Nasal Turbinate
- Turbinate Reduction
- Inferior Turbinate Excision
- Nasal Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 30130: Excision inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method
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. Buerger accept my insurance?
Dr. Buerger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buerger accept in Clairton, PA?
Dr. Buerger in Clairton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Department of Defense / Tricare
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Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Buerger's office located?
What is Dr. Buerger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buerger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730160631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buerger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buerger
What is Dr. David Buerger's specialty?
Dr. Buerger is a Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Clairton, PA. A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck. Contact Dr. Buerger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Buerger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buerger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UPMC Shadyside. 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
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Is David Buerger accepting new patients in Clairton, PA?
Yes, Dr. David Buerger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Buerger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buerger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Buerger?
Please contact Dr. Buerger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Buerger have?
Dr. David Buerger is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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