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Dr. Kevin Schlessel, MD

Dr. Kevin Schlessel, MD

Rheumatologist

Columbus, OH

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schlessel, Rheumatologist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Kevin Schlessel, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Schlessel graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Schneider Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Rheumatology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schlessel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlessel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlessel’s office at (614) 486-5200.

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

    • Residency: Schneider Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Rheumatology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Rheumatology; Med Coll Of Ohio Hosp, Internal Medicine | Med College Ohio | MEDICAL COLLEGE OF OHIO HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo | University of Toledo College of Medicine | Ohio State University / College of Medicine | The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schlessel board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Schlessel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schlessel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Schlessel typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Schlessel 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. Schlessel. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease
    • Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
    • Autoimmune Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
    • M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Autoimmune Disease
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • AS
    • Bechterew's Disease
    • Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Schlessel typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Schlessel may include:

    Please contact Dr. Schlessel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Schlessel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schlessel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 486-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

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    Where is Dr. Schlessel's office located?

    Dr. Kevin Schlessel's Primary Practice

    1211 Dublin Rd

    Columbus, OH 43215

    (614) 486-5200

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

    Dr. Schlessel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063490845.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlessel?

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

    What is Dr. Kevin Schlessel's specialty?

    Dr. Schlessel is a Rheumatologist near Columbus, OH.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Kevin Schlessel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schlessel is affiliated with Mount Carmel Grove City, Knox Community Hospital, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Licking Memorial Hospital, Camc General Hospital 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. Explore 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 Dr. Kevin Schlessel accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Kevin Schlessel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kevin Schlessel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schlessel's office at (614) 486-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kevin Schlessel?

    Please contact Dr. Schlessel's office at (614) 486-5200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schlessel's office located?

    Dr. Schlessel's office is located in Columbus, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Schlessel have?

    Dr. Kevin Schlessel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.