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Dr. John Golay, MD

Dr. John Golay, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Lexington, SC

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.

    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.

    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

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. John Golay's Practice 2

    5232 Sunset Blvd Bldg 300

    Lexington, SC 29072

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    Dr. John Golay's Practice 3

    565 Columbia Ave

    Chapin, SC 29036

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    What is Dr. Golay's NPI number?A 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. John Golay?

    Please contact Dr. Golay's office at (803) 358-6420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Golay's office located?

    Dr. Golay's offices are located in Lexington, SC and Chapin, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Golay have?

    Dr. John Golay is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.