EverydayHealthLogo
DR

Dr. David Ralston, MD

Grove City, OH

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ralston, Pulmonologist in Grove City, OH?

    Dr. David Ralston, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Grove City, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ralston graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Childrens Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ralston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ralston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ralston’s office.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Childrens Hosp, Internal Medicine | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ralston board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Ralston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ralston speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ralston treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ralston 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. Ralston. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Hypersomnia
    • Daytime sleepiness
    • Too much sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Hypersomnia
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Unspecified Hypersomnia
    • Different Types of Hypersomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4719: Other hypersomnia

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Ralston accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ralston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ralston accept in Grove City, OH?

    Dr. Ralston in Grove City, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Ohio

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Ralston's office located?

    Dr. David Ralston's Primary Practice

    5300 N Meadows Dr Bldg 1 Ste 280

    Grove City, OH 43123

    Get Directions

    Dr. David Ralston's Practice 2

    6001 E Broad St

    Columbus, OH 43213

    Get Directions

    Dr. David Ralston's Practice 3

    477 Cooper Rd Ste 450

    Westerville, OH 43081

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Ralston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164408472.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ralston?

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

    What is Dr. David Ralston's specialty?

    Dr. Ralston is a Pulmonologist near Grove City, OH. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Ralston to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Ralston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ralston is affiliated with Mount Carmel East, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Mount Carmel Grove City 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 Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist 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 David Ralston accepting new patients in Grove City, OH?

    Yes, Dr. David Ralston is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Ralston offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ralston's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Ralston?

    Please contact Dr. Ralston's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Ralston have?

    Dr. David Ralston is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

    Other Pulmonologist Near Grove City, OH

    RS

    Pulmonologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Columbus, OH
    MM
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Columbus, OH
    JD
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Columbus, OH
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists