41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Archer, Ophthalmologist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Steven Archer, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Archer completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Ophthalmology; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Archer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Archer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Archer’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Archer?
Dr. Steven Archer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist 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. Archer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ann Arbor/MI community, Dr. Archer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Archer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Ophthalmology, Indiana University School of Medicine | Indiana Univ Sch of Med - Indianapolis, Pediatric Ophth | Univ Colorado, Neuro-Science
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Ophthalmology; University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Archer board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Archer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Archer speak?
Dr. Archer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Archer treat?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Archer 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. Archer. 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:
- Esotropia
- Walleye
- Vertical Eye Misalignment
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Inward Turning Eye
- Vertical Strabismus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Vertical strabismus
- One eye higher than the other
- Hypertropia
- Hypotropia
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5022: Vertical strabismus, left eye
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5021: Vertical strabismus, right eye
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
- H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral
Also known as:
- Nystagmus
- Trochlear Nerve Palsy
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Involuntary Eye Shaking
- Dancing Eyes
- Jumping Eyes
- Fourth nerve palsy
- Fourth cranial nerve paralysis
- Superior oblique palsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5500: Unspecified nystagmus
- H4911: Fourth [trochlear] nerve palsy, right eye
- H4912: Fourth [trochlear] nerve palsy, left eye
Also known as:
- Double Vision
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Diplopia
- Seeing double
- Ghosting vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H532: Diplopia
Also known as:
- Retina Disorder in Premature Babies
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- ROP
- Premature Infant Eye Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35103: Retinopathy of prematurity, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
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:
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Vision Loss in One Eye
- Reduced Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53001: Unspecified amblyopia, right eye
Also known as:
- Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tears
- Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
- Narrow Tear Duct in Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
What procedures does Dr. Archer perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Archer 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. Archer. 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:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus (Superior Oblique)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Strabismus Surgery (Repeat)
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Crossed Eyes
- Eye Muscle Transposition Surgery
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Superior Oblique Muscle Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Squint Surgery
- Repeat Strabismus Repair
- Strabismus surgery
- Vertical eye muscle surgery
- Crossed eyes correction surgery
- Paretic Extraocular Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
- 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)
- 67318: Strabismus surgery, any procedure, superior oblique muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 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)
- 67316: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 or more vertical muscles (excluding superior oblique)
- 67320: Transposition procedure (eg, for paretic extraocular muscle), any extraocular muscle (specify) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Blocked tear duct procedure
- Tear duct irrigation
CPT Codes:
- 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia
Also known as:
- Chalazion Removal (Under General Anesthesia)
- Anesthesia
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Chalazion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67808: Excision of chalazion; under general anesthesia and/or requiring hospitalization, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye Surface
- Ocular Surface Reconstruction
- Amniotic Membrane Graft
- Corneal Repair with Amniotic Membrane
CPT Codes:
- 65779: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; single layer, sutured
Does Dr. Archer accept my insurance?
Dr. Archer 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. Archer accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Archer in Ann Arbor, MI 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 Michigan
California Foundation for Medical Care
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
McLaren Health Plan
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Archer's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellow
What is Dr. Archer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Archer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801804596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Archer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Archer
What is Dr. Steven Archer's specialty?
Dr. Archer is a Ophthalmologist near Ann Arbor, MI. 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. Archer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven Archer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Archer is affiliated with University Hospital - Michigan Medicine 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 Steven Archer accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
Yes, Dr. Steven Archer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Archer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Archer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Archer?
Please contact Dr. Archer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Archer have?
Dr. Steven Archer is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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