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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jefferis, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Melissa Jefferis, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Jefferis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jefferis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jefferis’s office at (614) 566-5414.
Is Dr. Jefferis board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jefferis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jefferis speak?
Dr. Jefferis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jefferis typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Jefferis 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. Jefferis. 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Opioid Use
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Jefferis typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Jefferis may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Jefferis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jefferis accept my insurance?
Dr. Jefferis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 566-5414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jefferis accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Jefferis in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jefferis' office located?
What is Dr. Jefferis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jefferis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154504868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jefferis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jefferis
What is Dr. Melissa Jefferis's specialty?
Dr. Jefferis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbus, OH.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Melissa Jefferis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jefferis is affiliated with Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Melissa Jefferis accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jefferis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Jefferis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jefferis's office at (614) 566-5414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Jefferis?
Please contact Dr. Jefferis's office at (614) 566-5414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Jefferis have?
Dr. Melissa Jefferis is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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