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Dr. John Loftus, MD

Columbus, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Loftus, Critical Care Surgeon in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. John Loftus, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. Dr. Loftus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loftus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loftus’s office at (614) 293-2101.

    What languages does Dr. Loftus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Loftus treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Loftus 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. Loftus. 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:

    • General Burn Injury
    • Third-Degree Burn of Right Foot
    • Third-degree burn of the chest
    • Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
    • Burns
    • Thermal Injury
    • Fire Burn
    • Scald Injury
    • Full-thickness burn of Right Foot
    • 3rd degree burn of Right Foot
    • Severe burn of Right Foot
    • Full thickness burn on chest
    • Severe burn on chest
    • Deep burn on chest
    • Thermal injury
    • Heat burn
    • Skin burn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
    • T25321A: Burn of third degree of right foot, initial encounter
    • T2131XA: Burn of third degree of chest wall, initial encounter
    • T2020XA: Burn of second degree of head, face, and neck, unspecified site, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Incision Infection After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Skin incision infection
    • Surface surgical site infection
    • Minor wound infection after operation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8141XD: Infection following a procedure, superficial incisional surgical site, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Necrotizing Fasciitis
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Flesh-eating disease
    • Necrotizing soft tissue infection
    • Gangrene

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M726: Necrotizing fasciitis

    What procedures does Dr. Loftus perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Loftus 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. Loftus. 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:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Skin Cell Harvest for Graft
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
    • Skin Cell Graft for Wounds
    • Skin Cell Suspension Graft
    • Skin Cell Suspension Autograft (Additional Area)
    • Skin Substitute Application
    • Artificial skin graft
    • Wound covering application
    • Skin replacement for large wounds
    • Autologous Skin Graft
    • Partial Thickness Skin Graft
    • Skin Transplant
    • Autograft Skin Transplant
    • Skin Grafting for Large Areas
    • Skin Cell Autograft Harvest
    • Skin Tissue Collection for Graft
    • Autologous Skin Cell Procurement
    • Facial Skin Graft
    • Autologous Skin Cell Suspension
    • Skin Graft for Burns
    • Wound Skin Graft
    • Regenerative Skin Treatment
    • Autologous Skin Cell Graft
    • Spray-On Skin Graft
    • Skin Cell Transplant
    • Autologous skin cell graft
    • Spray-on skin graft
    • Skin cell transplant
    • Advanced wound healing with own cells
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Skin Replacement Application
    • Wound Covering Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
    • 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
    • 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
    • 15011: Harvest Of Skin For Skin Cell Suspension Autograft; First 25 Sq Cm Or Less
    • 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
    • 15015: Application Of Skin Cell Suspension Autograft To Wound And Donor Sites, Including Application Of Primary Dressing, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 480 Sq Cm Or Less
    • 15017: Application Of Skin Cell Suspension Autograft To Wound And Donor Sites, Including Application Of Primary Dressing, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 480 Sq Cm Or Less
    • 15016: Application Of Skin Cell Suspension Autograft To Wound And Donor Sites, Including Application Of Primary Dressing, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 480 Sq Cm Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
    • 15278: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Skin Cell Suspension Preparation for Autograft
    • Surgery
    • Wound Bed Preparation
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Creation
    • Autologous Skin Cell Graft Prep
    • Enzymatic Skin Cell Processing
    • Harvested Skin Cell Disaggregation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15013: Preparation Of Skin Cell Suspension Autograft, Requiring Enzymatic Processing, Manual Mechanical Disaggregation Of Skin Cells, And Filtration; First 25 Sq Cm Or Less Of Harvested Skin

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft Application (Additional Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Wound Covering with Skin Substitute

    CPT Codes:

    • 15274: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation of Wound or Burn Site
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15005: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft for Face or Extremities
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Skin Replacement for Wounds
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Wound Covering Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 15277: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Does Dr. Loftus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Loftus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-2101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Loftus accept in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Loftus in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Loftus' office located?

    Dr. John Loftus' Primary Practice

    1581 Dodd Dr

    Columbus, OH 43210

    (614) 293-2101

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

    Dr. Loftus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114314275.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loftus?

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

    What is Dr. John Loftus's specialty?

    Dr. Loftus is a Critical Care Surgeon near Columbus, OH. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Loftus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Loftus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Loftus is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 John Loftus accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. John Loftus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Loftus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Loftus's office at (614) 293-2101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Loftus?

    Please contact Dr. Loftus's office at (614) 293-2101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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