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Dr. John Phay, MD

Dr. John Phay, MD

COLUMBUS, OH

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Phay, Surgical Oncologist in COLUMBUS, OH?

    Dr. John Phay, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in COLUMBUS, OH. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Phay graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery. Dr. Phay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phay’s office.

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

    • Residency: Washington U/B-Jh/Slch Conc, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of Ca School of Med,San Francisco, Ca, Us | University of California

    Is Dr. Phay board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Phay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Phay speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Phay typically treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Phay 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. Phay. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Hyperparathyroidism
    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenal Problems
    • Adrenal Disease
    • Adrenal Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E278: Other specified disorders of adrenal gland

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenal Problem
    • Adrenal Dysfunction
    • Adrenal Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E279: Disorder of adrenal gland, unspecified

    What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Phay typically perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Phay 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. Phay. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
    • Parathyroid Gland Transplant
    • Parathyroidectomy
    • Parathyroid Gland Surgery
    • Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
    • Parathyroid Autograft
    • Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
    • Parathyroid Reimplantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
    • 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
    • Total Thyroid Removal
    • Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Completion Thyroidectomy
    • Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
    • Thyroid Lobe Removal
    • Partial Thyroidectomy
    • Isthmusectomy
    • Complete thyroidectomy
    • Thyroid gland removal
    • Thyroid surgery
    • Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
    • Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
    • Thyroid Cancer Surgery
    • Remaining Thyroid Removal
    • Second Thyroid Surgery
    • Total Thyroidectomy after Partial

    CPT Codes:

    • 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
    • 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
    • 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection
    • 60260: Thyroidectomy, removal of all remaining thyroid tissue following previous removal of a portion of thyroid

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Adrenal Gland Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Adrenalectomy
    • Adrenal Gland Removal (Laparoscopic)
    • Adrenal Gland Exploration

    CPT Codes:

    • 60650: Laparoscopy, surgical, with adrenalectomy, partial or complete, or exploration of adrenal gland with or without biopsy, transabdominal, lumbar or dorsal

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Does Dr. Phay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Phay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Phay accept in COLUMBUS, OH?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Phay's office located?

    2050 KENNY RD

    COLUMBUS, OH 432213502

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

    Dr. Phay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790869899.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phay?

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

    What is Dr. John Phay's specialty?

    Dr. Phay is a Surgical Oncologist near COLUMBUS, OH.

    What does a Surgical Oncologist do?

    A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.

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

    Yes, Dr. Phay is affiliated with Ohio State The James Cancer Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Kettering Health Dayton, Marietta Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgical Oncologist. Explore 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 John Phay accepting new patients in COLUMBUS, OH?

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

    Does Dr. John Phay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Phay's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Phay?

    Please contact Dr. Phay's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Phay have?

    Dr. John Phay is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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