Dr. Stephen M. Hypes
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 8 years
- Graduated from: West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine
- Graduation year: 2013
- Sole propriator: Yes
- NPI: 1184064669
Dr. Stephen M. Hypes D.O.
Ophthalmologist
He is located at 124 Sunset Court in West Columbia, SC 29169. Can help patients with the following: Blepharitis, Eye Strain, Keratitis, Pink Eye, Scleritis, Uveitis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184064669. Appointment can be made via the phone number (803) 744-0155. He is affiliated with 2 practices and 1 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes, being an ophthalmologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Stephen M. Hypes.
- Astigmatism
- Binocular Dysfunction (BVD)
- Blepharitis
- Blindness
- Cataracts
- Chalazion
- Color Blindness
- Corneal Disease
- Corneal Ulcer
- Crossed Eyes
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Double Vision
- Dry Eyes
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Eye Floaters
- Eye Strain
- Farsightedness
- Glaucoma
- Herpes of the Eye
- Hypertropia
- Keratitis
- Keratoconus
- LASIK
- Lazy Eye
- Macular Degeneration
- Nearsightedness
- Oculomotor Dysfunction
- Optic Neuritis
- Pink Eye
- Presbyopia
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
- Scleritis
- Sty
- Subconjunctival Hemorrhage
- Tunnel Vision
- Usher Syndrome
- Uveitis
Procedures Performed by Dr. Stephen M. Hypes
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Stephen M. Hypes as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
Ambetter from Absolute Total Care
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 9 plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Elite Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Focused Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Expanded Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Network data as of Jun 1, 2019, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 47 plans from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Congaree Bronze 1 | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Bronze 2 | HMO · Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Gold 1 | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Silver 1 | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Silver 2 | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Silver 2 + Adult Vision | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Standard Expanded Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Congaree Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Bronze 1 | POS · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Silver 1 | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Silver 1 + Adult Vision | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Silver 2 | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Standard Expanded Bronze | POS · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Standard Gold | POS · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Direction Standard Silver | POS · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Bronze 1 | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Bronze 2 | HMO · Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Gold 1 | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Silver 1 | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Silver 2 | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Silver 2 + Adult Vision | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Standard Expanded Bronze | HMO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Standard Gold | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue Pee Dee Standard Silver | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue VirtuConnect Bronze 1 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue VirtuConnect Gold 1 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| Blue VirtuConnect Silver 1 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Bronze 4 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Bronze 6 | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Gold 1 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Gold 5 | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Silver 14 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Silver 14 + Adult Vision | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Silver 40 | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Standard Expanded Bronze | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Standard Gold | EPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueEssentials Standard Silver | EPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Bronze 1 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Bronze 2 | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Gold 1 | PPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Gold 2 | PPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Silver 1 | PPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO HD Silver 2 | PPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO Standard Expanded Bronze | PPO · Expanded Bronze | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO Standard Gold | PPO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| BlueExtend PPO Standard Silver | PPO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
InStil Health
Network data as of Jul 20, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| InHealth Basic 1 | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| InHealth Basic 1 + Adult Vision | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| InHealth Basic 2 | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| InHealth Basic Plus Standard | HMO · Gold | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| InHealth Basic Standard | HMO · Silver | Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Stephen M. Hypes is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Stephen M. Hypes is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Ophthalmology .
Bills through: Palmetto Retina Center Llc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Allergan | $312 |
| Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America | $117 |
| Alcon | $104 |
Other
| Food and Beverage | $555 |
Studies
WEST VIRGINIA SCHOOL OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Graduated in 2013
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Questions & Answers
Where can you meet with Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes?
Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes's office is located at 124 Sunset Court in West Columbia, SC 29169.
Does Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes accept patients with InStil Health?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes is listed in-network for InStil Health through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Has Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes is affiliated with PALMETTO HEALTH BAPTIST.
Does Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes is affiliated with South Louisiana Medical Associates. For the full list of practices see this list.
What conditions does Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes treat?
Dr. Stephen Matthew Hypes provides treatment for Blepharitis, Eye Strain, Keratitis, Pink Eye, Scleritis, Uveitis. For the full list see this list.