Summary

Dr. Stephen Bylsma is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 37 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at UCSD Medical Center. Dr. Bylsma is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population throughout central California.

Dr. Bylsma practices at multiple locations including Santa Maria, Lompoc, Solvang, and San Luis Obispo, with hospital privileges at Marian Regional Medical Center. He specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common eye conditions affecting adults. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams and specialized testing like tonometry to measure eye pressure. Patients have given Dr. Bylsma an average rating of 4.0 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 37 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Stephen Scott Bylsma has 5 locations

Kendall Shepard Eye Center

910 E Stowell RdSanta Maria, CA 93454
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Shepard Eye Center Lompoc

425 W Central Ave Ste 102Lompoc, CA 93436
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Syv Eye Care And Surgery

2040 Viborg Rd Ste 240Solvang, CA 93463
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

San Luis Obispo Eye Associates

689 Tank Farm Rd Ste 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Premier Surgery Center Of Santa Maria

816 E Enos Dr Ste BSanta Maria, CA 93454
Mon6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Santa Maria , CASanta Maria , CASanta Barbara , CAMontecito , CA
Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen Scott Bylsma

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • CenCal Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Security Life
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen Scott Bylsma has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen Scott Bylsma has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Dr. Stephen Scott Bylsma holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsd Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Bylsma's NPI number is 1265435325.

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Dr. Stephen Bylsma is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. Stephen Bylsma's office is located at 910 E Stowell Rd, Santa Maria, CA, 93454.
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