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Dr. John Colona, MD

Charleston, SC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Colona, Anesthesiologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. John Colona, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Colona graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Colona is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colona’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colona’s office at (843) 723-3441.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Colona board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Colona, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Colona speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Colona treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Colona 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. Colona. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Does Dr. Colona accept my insurance?

    Dr. Colona accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 723-3441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Colona accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Colona in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Citizens Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Colona's office located?

    Dr. John Colona's Primary Practice

    9330 Medical Plaza Dr

    Charleston, SC 29406

    (843) 723-3441

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    Dr. John Colona's Practice 2

    295 Midland Pkwy

    Summerville, SC 29485

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    Dr. John Colona's Practice 3

    1064 Gardner Rd Ste 112

    Charleston, SC 29407

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

    Dr. Colona's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205880986.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colona?

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

    What is Dr. John Colona's specialty?

    Dr. Colona is a Anesthesiologist near Charleston, SC. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Colona to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Colona is affiliated with Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, Roper Hospital, MUSC Health University 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Colona accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

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

    Does Dr. John Colona offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Colona's office at (843) 723-3441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Colona?

    Please contact Dr. Colona's office at (843) 723-3441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Colona have?

    Dr. John Colona is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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