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Dr. Stephen Fransen, MD

Oklahoma City, OK

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fransen, Retina Specialist in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Stephen Fransen, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fransen graduated from University of Manitoba College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Ophthalmology; Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Fransen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fransen’s office at (405) 271-1092.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fransen?

    Dr. Stephen Fransen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Retina Specialist 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. Fransen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Eye Disease/Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oklahoma City/OK community, Dr. Fransen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Ophthalmology; Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Manitoba- Fac Of Med- Winnipeg- Man- Canada | University of Manitoba College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fransen board certified in Retina Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Fransen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Fransen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fransen treat?

    As a Retina Specialist, Dr. Fransen 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. Fransen. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11319: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy without macular edema
    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E113592: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, left eye
    • E113591: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, right eye
    • E11311: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified diabetic retinopathy with macular edema
    • E113293: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with mild nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113493: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with severe nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral
    • E113313: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with moderate nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinal Edema
    • Retinal Neovascularization
    • Abnormal New Blood Vessels in Retina
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Swelling of the Retina
    • Fluid in Retina
    • Macular Edema
    • New Blood Vessel Growth in Retina
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessels
    • Retinal Angiogenesis
    • New Eye Vessel Growth
    • Proliferative Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3581: Retinal edema
    • H35052: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, left eye
    • H35053: Retinal neovascularization, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Degeneration
    • Wet Macular Degeneration
    • Dry Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related macular degeneration
    • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
    • AMD
    • Macular Disease
    • Wet AMD
    • Neovascular Macular Degeneration
    • Age-related Macular Degeneration (Wet)
    • Exudative AMD
    • Nonexudative AMD
    • Atrophic Macular Degeneration
    • Dry AMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H3530: Unspecified macular degeneration
    • H353220: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, left eye, stage unspecified
    • H353210: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, stage unspecified
    • H353130: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, stage unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
    • Retinal Disorder
    • CRVO
    • Eye stroke (vein)
    • Central eye vein blockage
    • BRVO
    • Eye stroke (branch vein)
    • Branch eye vein blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H348110: Central retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
    • H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Does Dr. Fransen accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Fransen's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Fransen's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Fransen's Primary Practice

    608 Stanton L Young Blvd

    Oklahoma City, OK 73104

    (405) 271-1092

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    106 Choctaw Nation Health Aging

    698 Westside Dr

    Durant, OK 74701

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    Dr. Stephen Fransen's Practice 3

    1801 Chukka Hina

    Durant, OK 74701

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

    Dr. Fransen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750358107.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fransen?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Fransen's specialty?

    Dr. Fransen is a Retina Specialist near Oklahoma City, OK. An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions. Contact Dr. Fransen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Fransen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fransen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: OU Health University of Oklahoma Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Retina Specialist?

    Explore Retina Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Stephen Fransen accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Fransen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Fransen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fransen's office at (405) 271-1092 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Fransen?

    Please contact Dr. Fransen's office at (405) 271-1092 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Fransen have?

    Dr. Stephen Fransen is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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