42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Golay, Family Medicine Specialist in Lexington, SC?
Dr. John Golay, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Golay graduated from Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown and completed his residency at Charlotte Meml Hosp. Dr. Golay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Golay’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Golay’s office at (803) 358-6420.
Where did Dr. Golay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Charlotte Meml Hosp
Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown | Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown
Is Dr. Golay board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Golay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Golay speak?
Dr. Golay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Golay typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Golay 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. Golay. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Golay typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Golay 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. Golay. 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Golay accept my insurance?
Dr. Golay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 358-6420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Golay accept in Lexington, SC?
Dr. Golay in Lexington, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Golay's office located?
Dr. John Golay's Primary Practice
811 W Main St Ste 207
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 358-6420
What is Dr. Golay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Golay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215944137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Golay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Golay
What is Dr. John Golay's specialty?
Dr. Golay is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lexington, SC.
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. John Golay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Golay is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Golay accepting new patients in Lexington, SC?
Yes, Dr. John Golay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Golay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Golay's office at (803) 358-6420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Golay?
Please contact Dr. Golay's office at (803) 358-6420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Golay have?
Dr. John Golay is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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