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Dr. Stephen Povoski, MD

Dr. Stephen Povoski, MD

Columbus, OH

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Povoski, Surgical Oncologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Stephen Povoski, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Povoski graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Povoski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Povoski’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Povoski’s office at (614) 293-4040.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Povoski?

    Dr. Stephen Povoski, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Povoski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Sentinel Node Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Columbus, OH community, Dr. Povoski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Surgical Oncology: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery | University of Cincinnati Affiliated Hospitals | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Povoski board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Povoski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1997

    What languages does Dr. Povoski speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Povoski 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. Povoski. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

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

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Povoski 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. Povoski. 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:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Breast Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle

    Also known as:

    • Excess Skin Removal
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Lipectomy
    • Skin Excision
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Removal
    • Body Contouring Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15839: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); other area

    Does Dr. Povoski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Povoski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • 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. Povoski's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Povoski's Primary Practice

    1145 Olentangy River Rd

    Columbus, OH 43212

    (614) 293-4040

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    Dr. Stephen Povoski's Practice 2

    460 W 10th Ave

    Columbus, OH 43210

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

    Dr. Povoski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770522997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Povoski?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Povoski's specialty?

    Dr. Povoski 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. Stephen Povoski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Povoski is affiliated with Ohio State The James Cancer Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner 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 Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Stephen Povoski accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Povoski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Povoski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Povoski's office at (614) 293-4040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Povoski?

    Please contact Dr. Povoski's office at (614) 293-4040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Povoski have?

    Dr. Stephen Povoski is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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