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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bylsma, Ophthalmologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bylsma graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bylsma is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bylsma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bylsma’s office at (805) 614-7717.
Where did Dr. Bylsma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; St Vincent Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bylsma board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bylsma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Bylsma speak?
Dr. Bylsma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bylsma treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bylsma 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. Bylsma. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Astigmatism
- Age-Related Farsightedness
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
- Irregular Cornea
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Presbyopia
- Aging Eyes
- Difficulty Reading Up Close
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
- H52223: Regular astigmatism, bilateral
- H524: Presbyopia
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
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
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Blepharochalasis
- Swollen Eyelids
- Loose Eyelid Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- H0231: Blepharochalasis right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Pterygium
- Eye Disease
- Surfer's Eye', 'Farmer's Eye
- Conjunctival Growth
- Wing-shaped Eye Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- H11001: Unspecified pterygium of right eye
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Bylsma perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Bylsma 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. Bylsma. 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:
- 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
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
- Glaucoma Surgery (Trabeculectomy)
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft', 'Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium', 'Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
- Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
- IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma Filtering Surgery
- Eye Pressure Surgery
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)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
- 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
- 66170: Fistulization of sclera for glaucoma; trabeculectomy ab externo in absence of previous surgery
Also known as:
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Droopy Eyelid Repair (Ptosis Surgery)
- Extensive Ectropion Repair
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection
- Eyelid Lift Surgery
- Ptosis Correction
- Eyelid Ectropion Surgery
- Tarsal Strip Operation
- Lower Eyelid Repair
- Outward Turning Eyelid Repair
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach
- 67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Opening Dilation
- Probing of Tear Duct
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Dilation
- Tear Duct Widening
- Punctal Dilation
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Tear duct irrigation
- Blocked tear duct treatment
- Lacrimal duct probing
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68801: Dilation of lacrimal punctum, with or without irrigation
- 68810: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation;
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
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:
- Eyelid Skin Biopsy
- Eyelid Biopsy
- Lid Margin Biopsy
- Eyelid Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 67810: Incisional Biopsy Of Eyelid Skin Including Lid Margin
Also known as:
- Conjunctiva Repair with Graft
- Conjunctival Grafting
- Eye Surface Reconstruction
- Extensive Conjunctivoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 68320: Conjunctivoplasty; with conjunctival graft or extensive rearrangement
Also known as:
- Glaucoma Drainage Device Insertion
- Aqueous Shunt Placement
- Glaucoma Implant Surgery
- Eye Pressure Drainage Device
CPT Codes:
- 66183: Insertion of anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, external approach
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
Does Dr. Bylsma accept my insurance?
Dr. Bylsma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 614-7717 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bylsma accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Bylsma in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Fidelity Insurance Group
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bylsma's office located?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma's Primary Practice
689 Tank Farm Rd Ste 100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 614-7717
What is Dr. Bylsma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bylsma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265435325.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bylsma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bylsma
What is Dr. Stephen Bylsma's specialty?
Dr. Bylsma is a Ophthalmologist near San Luis Obispo, CA. 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. Bylsma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Bylsma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bylsma is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Stephen Bylsma accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bylsma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Bylsma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bylsma's office at (805) 614-7717 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Bylsma?
Please contact Dr. Bylsma's office at (805) 614-7717 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Bylsma have?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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