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Dr. David Silbert, MD
Lancaster, PA
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silbert, Ophthalmologist in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. David Silbert, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Silbert completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Silbert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silbert’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silbert’s office at (717) 541-9700.
Where did Dr. Silbert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Georgetown University Hospital
Is Dr. Silbert board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. David Silbert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Silbert speak?
Dr. Silbert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Silbert treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Silbert 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. Silbert. 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Dermatochalasis
- Droopy Eyelid Skin
- Excess Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02834: Dermatochalasis of left upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Monocular Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Crossed Eyes
- Monocular Exotropia
- Alternating Crossed Eyes
- Eye Movement Disorder
- One Eye Turned In
- Monocular Convergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Esotropia
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Esotropia
- Convergent strabismus
- Inward turning eye
- One Eye Turned Out
- Monocular Divergent Strabismus
- Unilateral Exotropia
- Alternating esotropia
- Eyes take turns crossing
- Intermittent esotropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
- H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
- H5005: Alternating esotropia
Also known as:
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Turning Outward
- Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
- Blepharospasm
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Benign essential blepharospasm
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
- Everted Eyelid
- Eyelid Eversion
- Senile Ectropion
- Spastic Ectropion
- Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
- Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
- Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
- Eyelid Spasms
- Benign Essential Blepharospasm
- Involuntary Eye Twitching
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
- H02135: Senile ectropion of left lower eyelid
- H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
- G245: Blepharospasm
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23122: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower eyelid, including canthus
- D23111: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right upper eyelid, including canthus
- D23121: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left upper eyelid, including canthus
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Blockage
- Acquired Blocked Tear Duct
- Tears
- Blocked tear duct
- Nasolacrimal duct obstruction
- Tear drainage blockage
- Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Stenosis
- Adult Tear Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Tear Duct in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04223: Epiphora due to insufficient drainage, bilateral
- H04553: Acquired stenosis of bilateral nasolacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor on Right Lower Eyelid Skin
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Non-cancerous growth on right lower eyelid
- Right lower eyelid skin lesion
- Benign right lower eyelid mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D23112: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower eyelid, including canthus
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Amblyopia
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Silbert perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Silbert 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. Silbert. 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:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Chalazion Removal
- Eyelid Turning In Repair
- Eyelid Repair (Extensive)
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Upper Eyelid Lift
- Eyelid Lesion Removal and Repair
- Eyelid Retraction Correction
- Entropion Repair with Suture
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Anesthesia
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Entropion Repair
- Inward Eyelid Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Repair
- Full Thickness Eyelid Repair
- Eyelid Reconstruction
- Eyelid Margin Excision and Repair
- Chalazion Surgery
- Upper Blepharoplasty
- Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid retraction repair
- Lower eyelid retraction surgery
- Fix pulled back eyelid
- Eyelid Bump Removal
- Suture Entropion Correction
- Inward-Turning Eyelid 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
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67924: Repair of entropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip or capsulopalpebral fascia repairs operation)
- 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
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
- 15822: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid;
- 67961: 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; up to one-fourth of lid margin
- 67911: Correction of lid retraction
- 67805: Excision of chalazion; multiple, different lids
- 67921: Repair of entropion; suture
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Opening Dilation
- Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
- Tear Duct Balloon Dilation
- Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Lacrimal Punctum Dilation
- Tear Duct Widening
- Punctal Dilation
- Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
- Tear Duct Stent Insertion
- Blocked Tear Duct Repair
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent
- Nasolacrimal Duct Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Ballooning
- Tear Duct Probing with Balloon
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Blocked tear duct procedure
- Tear duct irrigation
CPT Codes:
- 68801: Dilation of lacrimal punctum, with or without irrigation
- 68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent
- 68816: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with transluminal balloon catheter dilation
- 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67331: Strabismus surgery on patient with previous eye surgery or injury that did not involve the extraocular muscles (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Tear Duct Opening Procedure
- Conjunctival Lesion Removal
- Lacrimal Punctum Incision
- Punctal Dilation
- Blocked Tear Duct Opening
- Tear Duct Snip
- Eye Growth Excision
- Conjunctiva Lesion Surgery
- Pterygium Removal
CPT Codes:
- 68440: Snip incision of lacrimal punctum
- 68110: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; up to 1 cm
Also known as:
- Eyelash Correction for Trichiasis
- Eyelash Removal for Trichiasis
- Trichiasis Treatment
- Ingrown Eyelash Removal
- Electrosurgery for Eyelashes
- Trichiasis Epilation
- Forceps Epilation of Eyelashes
CPT Codes:
- 67825: Correction of trichiasis; epilation by other than forceps (eg, by electrosurgery, cryotherapy, laser surgery)
- 67820: Correction of trichiasis; epilation, by forceps only
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:
- Tear Duct Plastic Repair
- Canaliculi repair
- Lacrimal canaliculus reconstruction
- Tear duct surgery
CPT Codes:
- 68700: Plastic repair of canaliculi
Also known as:
- Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
- Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
- Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
CPT Codes:
- 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR)
- Endoscopic Tear Duct Opening
- Nasal Endoscopy for Tear Duct
CPT Codes:
- 31239: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with dacryocystorhinostomy
Also known as:
- Sinus Endoscopy with Maxillary Antrostomy
- Endoscopy
- Nasal endoscopy with sinus opening
- Maxillary sinus surgery
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
CPT Codes:
- 31256: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy;
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Nose Scope
- Rhinoscope
- Nasal Examination with Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Small Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Ears/Eyelids/Nose/Lips)
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Ear Lesion Removal
- Eyelid Lesion Surgery
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11440: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Facial Skin Graft
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
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:
- Facial Skin Flap Surgery
- Pedicle Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer (Face)
- Reconstructive Flap Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15576: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; eyelids, nose, ears, lips, or intraoral
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
- Lip Cancer Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
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. Silbert accept my insurance?
Dr. Silbert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 541-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silbert accept in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Silbert in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Lancaster General Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Silbert's office located?
Dr. David Silbert's Primary Practice
2104 Spring Valley Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 541-9700
Dr. David Silbert's Practice 2
4700 Union Deposit Rd Ste 230
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 541-9700
What is Dr. Silbert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275593295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silbert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silbert
What is Dr. David Silbert's specialty?
Dr. Silbert is a Ophthalmologist near Lancaster, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Silbert to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Silbert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silbert is affiliated with WellSpan York Hospital, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital, WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 David Silbert accepting new patients in Lancaster, PA?
Yes, Dr. David Silbert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Silbert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silbert's office at (717) 541-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Silbert?
Please contact Dr. Silbert's office at (717) 541-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Silbert have?
Dr. David Silbert is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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