Summary

Dr. Stephen Bylsma treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts, and performs tonometry and eye exams. He has practiced ophthalmology for 37 years and is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center. Dr. Bylsma earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSD Medical Center. He sees patients in Santa Maria, Lompoc, Solvang, and San Luis Obispo, California, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Bylsma 4 out of 5.

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 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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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37 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Maria , CASan Luis Obispo , CASanta Maria , CASanta Maria , CA
Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Stephen Bylsma's office located?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma's office is located at 910 E Stowell Rd, Santa Maria, CA, 93454.
Is Dr. Stephen Bylsma accepting new patients?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Stephen Bylsma's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Bylsma speak?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Stephen Bylsma accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Stephen Bylsma has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Stephen Bylsma accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Stephen Bylsma accepts on their Vitals profile.

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