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Dr. Jennifer Olbum, DO

Fargo, ND

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Olbum, Ophthalmologist in Fargo, ND?

    Dr. Jennifer Olbum, DO is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Olbum graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed her residency at Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Ophthalmology; Detroit Osteo Hosp, Ophthalmology. Dr. Olbum is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Olbum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olbum’s office.

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

    • Residency: Chicago Osteo Hosps & M C, Ophthalmology; Detroit Osteo Hosp, Ophthalmology | A-OPTIC/East Kentucky Osteo Hosp Program

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Olbum speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Olbum treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Olbum 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. Olbum. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353221: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353231: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with active choroidal neovascularization
    • H353212: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353232: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, with inactive choroidal neovascularization
    • H353222: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, with inactive choroidal neovascularization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Early Diabetic Eye Disease (Both Eyes)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema
    • Macular Swelling from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetic Macular Edema
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications
    • Advanced diabetic eye disease
    • Diabetic retinopathy (proliferative)
    • New blood vessel growth in eye from diabetes
    • Mild Nonproliferative Diabetic Retinopathy Bilateral
    • Early Retina Damage in Both Eyes
    • Beginning Diabetic Retinopathy in Both Eyes
    • Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
    • Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
    • Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
    • E113553: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with stable proliferative diabetic retinopathy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Branch Retinal Vein
    • Blocked Central Retinal Vein
    • Retinal Edema
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • BRVO
    • Eye Stroke
    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • CRVO
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348320: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
    • H3581: Retinal edema

    Also known as:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Bleeding in the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging
    • Eye bleeding
    • Blood in the vitreous
    • Ocular hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43813: Vitreous degeneration, bilateral
    • H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left 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

    Does Dr. Olbum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Olbum 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. Olbum accept in Fargo, ND?

    Dr. Olbum in Fargo, ND accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

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    Where is Dr. Olbum's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Olbum's Primary Practice

    1720 University Dr S

    Fargo, ND 58103

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    Dr. Jennifer Olbum's Practice 2

    1380 S Columbia Rd

    Grand Forks, ND 58201

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    Dr. Jennifer Olbum's Practice 3

    4440 S Washington St

    Grand Forks, ND 58201

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

    Dr. Olbum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659373876.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olbum?

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

    What is Dr. Jennifer Olbum's specialty?

    Dr. Olbum is a Ophthalmologist near Fargo, ND. 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. Olbum to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jennifer Olbum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Olbum is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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 Jennifer Olbum accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Olbum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jennifer Olbum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Olbum's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Olbum?

    Please contact Dr. Olbum's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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