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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

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The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, founded in 1834, is a renowned academic medical center in Columbus, Ohio. With approximately 1,500 beds, it has been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for 29 consecutive years. The hospital excels in specialties such as Cancer Care, cardiology, neurology, and transplantation, and has received Magnet recognition for nursing excellence multiple times.

NPI Number : 1447359997

410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210

(614) 293-8000

wexnermedical.osu.edu

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Departments

Internal Medicine

Cardiology

Neurology

Orthopedics

Ophthalmology

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pediatrics

Pulmonology

Nephrology

Gastroenterology

Endocrinology

Dermatology

Otolaryngology

Oncology

Psychiatry

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Appointment Information

Department	Online Scheduling	Phone Scheduling	Walk-In	Same-Day
General Appointments	MyChart	614-293-8000	No	Limited
Cardiology	MyChart	614-293-8000	No	Limited
Neurology	MyChart	614-293-4969	No	Limited
OB/GYN	MyChart	614-293-2076	No	Limited
Urgent Care	Yes	614-293-3200	Yes	Yes
Telehealth	MyChart	614-293-8000	N/A	Yes

Visiting Hours

Department	Online Scheduling	Phone Scheduling	Walk-In	Same-Day
Cardiology	Yes	614-293-8000	No	Limited
Neurology	Yes	614-293-8000	No	Limited
Primary Care	Yes	614-293-8000	No	Yes
Urgent Care	Yes	614-293-3200	Yes	Yes

Important Doctors

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department	Areas of Expertise
John J. Warner	Chief Executive Officer	Executive Leadership	Healthcare Administration, Cardiology
Carol R. Bradford	Dean, College of Medicine; Vice President for Health Sciences	College of Medicine	Academic Medicine, Otolaryngology
Daniel Clinchot	Vice Dean for Education	College of Medicine	Medical Education
Deana Sievert	Chief Nursing Officer	Nursing	Nursing Leadership
Jay Anderson	Chief Operating Officer	Operations	Healthcare Operations
Jennifer Dauer	Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer	Strategy	Healthcare Strategy
L. Arick Forrest	Vice Dean for Clinical Affairs	Clinical Affairs	Voice and Swallowing Disorders
Michael Papadakis	Senior Vice President and CFO	Finance	Healthcare Finance
Peter Mohler	Vice President for Research	Research	Scientific Research
Tatiana Oberyszyn	Vice Dean for Faculty Affairs	Faculty Affairs	Academic Administration
Tom Blincoe	Executive Director	Ohio State Health Network	Healthcare Networking

Average Salary

Department	Service	Average Cost
Cardiology	Basic Consultation	$250 - $400
Cardiology	Echocardiogram	$1,500 - $2,500
Cardiology	Angioplasty	$28,000 - $40,000
Oncology	Initial Consultation	$300 - $500
Oncology	Chemotherapy Session	$5,000 - $10,000
Oncology	Radiation Therapy	$8,000 - $12,000 per week
Neurology	Basic Consultation	$300 - $450
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan	$2,000 - $3,500
Neurology	EEG	$800 - $1,500
Orthopedics	Initial Consultation	$250 - $400
Orthopedics	Knee Replacement	$30,000 - $50,000
Orthopedics	Arthroscopy	$5,000 - $10,000
Outpatient	Physical Therapy Session	$100 - $250
Outpatient	X-Ray	$200 - $500
Outpatient	Blood Tests	$100 - $1,000

Support Programs for Patients

Program	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Covers HCAP for Ohio residents and financial assistance for patients with hardship
Medication Assistance Program	Provides free or reduced-cost medicines to patients with limited income
Home Care Services	Skilled nursing, medical social services, home health aides, therapy services
Hospital Care at Home	Allows eligible patients to receive hospital-level care at home
Child Care Program	Provides care for children 6 weeks through kindergarten
Palliative Care	Focuses on improving quality of life for patients with serious illnesses
Social Work Services	Assists patients and families with various support needs

Payment Plans

Payment Plan Option	Details
Tuition Option Payment Plan (TOPP)	- Divides cost into 4 installments for autumn/spring semesters - Divides cost into 3 installments for summer term - $30 non-refundable enrollment fee per semester - First installment due 7 days before classes start - Remaining payments due every 30 days
Monthly Payment Plan	- Call 614-293-2100 to set up - Flexible monthly installments - No interest charged
Financial Assistance Program	- For patients with income up to 400% of federal poverty level - May provide free or discounted care - Application required
Medication Assistance Program	- Provides free or reduced-cost medicines - For patients with limited income - Call 614-366-4170 for eligibility screening

Accepted Insurance Companies

Aetna

Humana

Medicaid

Medical Mutual of Ohio

Medicare

United Healthcare

Wellcare

Cost Consulting

Department	Services Offered
Financial Counseling	- Help understanding insurance benefits - Information on assistance programs for uninsured/underinsured - Connection to Medical Center and OSUP billing departments - Information on Medicaid eligibility - Available Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm - Phone: 614-293-0860
Medication Assistance Program	- Free/reduced-cost medicines for patients with limited income - Available Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm - Phone: 614-366-4170
Patient Billing Customer Service	- Screening for financial assistance programs - Available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm - Phone: 614-293-2100
Pre-Registration	- Available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm - Phone: 614-293-8200

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation	Details
Physical Accessibility	- Wheelchair accessible entrances and rooms - Adapted transportation services - Accessible parking spaces - Patient courtesy shuttles
Assistive Devices	- Wheelchairs - Walkers - Canes - Hearing amplifiers - Assistive technology for seating and mobility
Communication Aids	- Interpreter services - TTY/TDD devices - Closed captioning on TVs - "I speak" language identification posters
Priority Services	- Priority scheduling for patients with disabilities - Dedicated Patient Experience team for non-medical concerns
Staff Training	- Disability awareness training for staff - Specialized therapists for assistive technology
Other Accommodations	- Service animal policies - Emotional support animal accommodations - Social work services - Pastoral care for all faiths

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Cardiology	- Remote cardiac monitoring - Virtual heart failure clinic - Online cardiac rehab programs
Emergency Medicine	- Telehealth Immediate Care (24/7 virtual urgent care) - Online ER wait times
General Medicine	- MyChart patient portal - Video visits with primary care providers - Remote physiologic monitoring for chronic conditions
Maternity	- Virtual prenatal visits - Remote fetal monitoring - Online childbirth education classes
Mental Health	- Telepsychiatry appointments - Online cognitive behavioral therapy programs - Virtual support groups
Neurology	- Teleneurology consultations - Remote epilepsy monitoring - Virtual stroke care
Oncology	- Teleoncology visits - Remote symptom monitoring for cancer patients - Online cancer support resources
Pediatrics	- Virtual pediatric visits - Remote monitoring for pediatric chronic conditions - Online parenting resources
Post-Acute Care	- Hospital Care at Home program - Remote patient monitoring post-discharge - Virtual follow-up appointments
Radiology	- Online imaging results portal - Virtual radiology consultations - Teleradiology services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Educational Programs
Anesthesiology	4-week clinical rotations
Diagnostic Radiology	Elective rotations available
Emergency Medicine	4-week rotations, didactic curriculum
Family Medicine	Clinical rotations
General Surgery	4-week rotations, letter of intent required
Internal Medicine	Clinical rotations, GPA requirement
OB/GYN	Clinical rotations
Orthopedic Surgery	4-week rotations, letter of recommendation required
Otolaryngology	Clinical rotations at multiple sites
Pediatrics	Clinical rotations
Psychiatry	Clinical rotations, letter of intent required

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Project	Details
Neurology	Gene Therapy for Neurological Disorders	Clinical trials for Alzheimer´s, Parkinson´s, and Huntington´s disease using targeted gene therapy delivery to specific brain areas
Cancer Research	ORIEN Research Protocol	Collaborative analysis of study data on patient portal access during hospital stays to improve inpatient engagement and experience
Cardiology	Dorothy M. Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute	Developing innovative therapeutics for cardiovascular diseases
Immunology	Bumgardner Lab	Studying immune mechanisms in cell and organ transplant rejection, developing novel biomarkers and immunotherapies
Orthopedics	Joint Pain Clinical Trials	Ongoing trials for injection therapy to help with arthritis and restorative procedures for cartilage defects
Surgery	Cohealyx Wound Treatment	First health system to use new collagen-based treatment for burns and deep cuts, stimulating skin growth and blood vessel formation
Translational Research	Center for Clinical and Translational Science	Speeding translation of scientific discoveries into better patient care as part of NIH consortium

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliations	Professional Development Programs
Academic Affairs	American Hospital Association	Leadership Academy workshops, Board Governance Symposium
Clinical Affairs	MD Anderson Cancer Network	Peer-to-peer consultations, Treatment plan reviews
Cardiology	American Heart Association	Advanced cardiac life support training
Research	Clinical and Translational Science Institute	Research Support Series, Grant writing guidance
Nursing	American Nurses Credentialing Center	Magnet Recognition Program
Medical Education	Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education	Continuing medical education programs
Human Resources	LinkedIn Learning	Online professional development courses

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Cardiology	Heart Failure Certification	The Joint Commission
Neurology	Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification	The Joint Commission
Orthopedics	Joint Replacement Certification - Hip, Knee	The Joint Commission
Pulmonology	COPD Certification	The Joint Commission
Cancer	MD Anderson Cancer Network Certification	MD Anderson Cancer Center

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity
Nursing	Student Nurse Externship Program
Nursing	Student Nurse Assistant Program
Medical	Clinical Observership Program
Allied Health	Student Intern Program
Research	Summer Research Internship Program
Pharmacy	Pharmacy Internship
Radiology	Student Intern, Imaging Services
Respiratory Therapy	Student Intern Program

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Cardiology, Heart and Vascular Surgery	Ranked 43 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Ear, Nose and Throat	Ranked 33 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Emergency Department	Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award
Environmental Services	Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence Award - Emerald level
Hospital Overall	Magnet Recognition (4th time)
Hospital Overall	Forbes America´s Best Large Employers
Hospital Overall	Forbes America´s Best Employers for Diversity
Hospital Overall	NRC Health Consumer Loyalty Best in Class Award
Hospital Overall	HIMSS Davies Award
Neurology and Neurosurgery	Ranked 36 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Nursing	DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Ranked 28 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Pulmonology and Lung Surgery	Ranked 27 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Rehabilitation	Ranked 37 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Staff Recognition	Recognition Professionals International Overall Best Practice Award
Sustainability	Ohio Hospital Association Melvin Creeley Award
Urology	Ranked 24 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Anesthesiology	Residency
Cardiology	Fellowship
Dentistry	Residency
Emergency Medicine	Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Neurology	Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency
Ophthalmology	Residency
Pathology	Residency
Pediatrics	Residency
Pharmacy	Residency
Radiation Oncology	Residency
Radiology	Residency
Surgery	Residency

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Residency/Fellowship Programs
Anesthesiology	Residency
Cardiology	Fellowship
Dermatology	Residency
Emergency Medicine	Residency, EM/IM Combined Residency
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency, IM/Pediatrics Combined Residency
Neurology	Residency - Adult and Child
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Residency
Ophthalmology	Residency
Pediatrics	Residency
Pathology	Residency, Fellowships
Pharmacy	Residency
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation	Residency
Surgery	Residency, Fellowships

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Service/Support	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Covers HCAP and Ohio State Wexner Medical Center Financial Assistance program
Hospital Care Assurance Program (HCAP)	For Ohio residents, covers hospital/facility bills
Ohio State Financial Assistance	For patients with financial hardship, covers hospital and physician bills
Uninsured Discount	60% reduction on bills for uninsured patients
Payment Plans	Available for those unable to pay full amount
Emergency Care	Provided regardless of ability to pay
Medication Assistance Program	Free or reduced-cost medicines for eligible patients
Financial Counseling	Help finding government assistance programs
Medicaid Screening	Assistance applying for Medicaid coverage
ACA Marketplace Guidance	Information on purchasing health insurance plans

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partners/Collaborations
Center for Clinical and Translational Science	The Ohio State University, Nationwide Children´s Hospital
Center for RNA Biology	The Ohio State University
Dorothy M. Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute	The Ohio State University
Institute for Behavioral Medicine Research	The Ohio State University
Center for Microbial Interface Biology	The Ohio State University
Nisonger Center	The Ohio State University
Ohio Perinatal Research Network	Wexner Medical Center, OhioHealth, Mt. Carmel
Ohio State University Muscle Group	The Ohio State University
SciTech (Science and Technology Campus Corporation)	The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center	The Ohio State University, Nationwide Children´s Hospital, Cincinnati Children´s Hospital Medical Center

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
College of Medicine	Helping Our Students Thrive (HOST) Program - Virtual mentoring for medical students
Emergency Medicine	Student-Resident Mentorship Program through EMRA
Family Medicine	Faculty mentoring program for medical students
Internal Medicine-Pediatrics	Mentorship families with senior residents and faculty for interns
Nursing	Nurse Mentorship Program for new nurses
Ophthalmology	Mentoring program for junior faculty
Otolaryngology	Preclinical mentorship program for medical students
Respiratory Care	Clinical preceptorship for respiratory care students

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

0.6 miles

4.3

SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Free breakfast, Indoor pool, Free WiFi

0.7 miles

4.5

The Blackwell Inn

On-site restaurant, Business center, Free WiFi

0.9 miles

4.4

Hyatt House Columbus OSU/Short North

Free breakfast, Fitness center, Pet-friendly

1.0 miles

4.2

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus University Area

On-site restaurant, Indoor pool, Free WiFi

1.0 miles

4.1

Aloft Columbus University District

Rooftop bar, Fitness center, Free WiFi

1.1 miles

4.3

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus University Area

Free breakfast, Indoor pool, Free WiFi

Florists and Gift Shops

0.1 km

4.3

Scarlet Ribbon Gift Shop

Hospital gift shop, Flowers, Gifts

0.3 km

4.5

University Flower Shop

Florist, Flower delivery

0.2 km

4.2

Cheryl´s Cookies

Cookie gifts, Delivery

0.9 km

4.4

Flowerama

Florist, Flower delivery

0.8 km

4.7

Petals & Leaves

Florist, Gifts

1.0 km

4.6

Flower Galaxy

Florist, Flower delivery

Food and Restaurant

0.1 km

3.9

BistrOH!

American, Cafe

0.2 km

4.7

The Cheesecake Girl

Desserts, Cheesecake

0.2 km

4.2

EspressOasis

Coffee, Pastries

0.3 km

4.1

Panera Bread

Bakery, Sandwiches, Soups

0.4 km

3.8

Wendy´s

Fast Food, Burgers

0.9 km

4.5

Heirloom

American, Contemporary

Pharmacies

0 km

3.5

The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacy - Doan Hall

Immunizations, Compounding, Medicaid, Handicapped Accessible

0.1 km

3.7

The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacy - The James

Open 365 days a year, Extended hours

0.3 km

3.2

Walgreens Pharmacy

Drive-thru, Photo services, Immunizations

0.5 km

3.4

CVS Pharmacy

Drive-thru, MinuteClinic, Photo services

0.8 km

3.8

Ohio State University Student Health Center Pharmacy

Student-focused services, Prescription refills

0.9 km

3.6

Kroger Pharmacy

Grocery store pharmacy, Immunizations, Drive-thru

Taxi and Transportation

0.8 km

4.1

Yellow Cab of Columbus

24/7 taxi service, airport transfers

0.9 km

4.3

Columbus Taxi Service

Local and long-distance rides, airport service

0.2 km

3.8

COTA Bus Stop

Public bus transportation

0.3 km

4.5

Uber Pickup Point

Rideshare service

0.3 km

4.4

Lyft Pickup Zone

Rideshare service

0.1 km

4.2

Ohio State University Shuttle Stop

Campus shuttle service

ATMs and Banks

0 km

3.8

Huntington Bank - Ohio State Doan Branch

Full-service bank, ATM, 24/7 access

0.1 km

Huntington Bank ATM

24/7 ATM access

0.2 km

3.5

Fifth Third Bank ATM

24/7 ATM access

0.3 km

3.7

Huntington Bank - University Hospital Branch

Full-service bank, ATM

0.5 km

3.6

PNC Bank ATM

24/7 ATM access

0.8 km

3.9

Chase Bank ATM

24/7 ATM access

Parking Lots

0.1 km

4.1

Wexner Medical Center Garage

1871 total spaces, 116 accessible spaces, pay-on-foot machines, 24/7 access

0.2 km

SAFEAUTO Garage

826 total spaces, 24 accessible spaces, pay-on-foot machines, visitor parking only

0.3 km

3.9

12th Avenue Garage

Patient and visitor parking, pay-on-foot machines, connected to medical center buildings

Shopping Malls

0.9 km

4.6

Easton Town Center

240+ retailers including Nordstrom, Tiffany & Co., and Louis Vuitton

0.7 km

4.2

South Campus Gateway

Urban shopping center with Barnes & Noble, Target, and various restaurants

0.1 km

The Scarlet Ribbon Gift Shop

Hospital gift shop offering personal care products, snacks, and beverages

Stationery and Copying Services

0.2 km

4.1

UniPrint

University printing services, Follow Me printing, large format printing

0.3 km

4.3

Medical Visuals

Poster printing, graphic design, large format printing

0.9 km

3.9

FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Printing, copying, shipping, office supplies

Car Rental

0.7 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Economy cars, SUVs, luxury vehicles

0.9 km

4.1

Budget Car Rental

Compact cars, minivans, pickup trucks

1.0 km

Avis Car Rental

Sedans, convertibles, premium SUVs

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

The reviews highlight an outstanding experience with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, specifically praising Dr. Needleman and his team. Patients appreciate their professionalism, expertise, and friendly demeanor. These positive encounters have led to high levels of trust in the medical staff, and patients report feeling confident and well cared for under their medical guidance.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

Negative reviews depict a concerning picture of substandard care and unprofessional behavior at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Complaints include long wait times, neglectful staff, dirty facilities, misdiagnosis, and poor communication. Patients reported experiences where their medical needs were not adequately addressed, contributing to dissatisfaction and distress. Several reviewers express severe disappointment with the service and compare it unfavorably to other healthcare facilities.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Outpatient Care East

Monday-Friday: 6:40 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Pulmonary Testing

Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Laboratory Services

Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m., Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Department Phones

Department	Phone
Emergency	614-293-8333
Financial Assistance	614-293-0860
Gift Shop	614-293-8942
Hospital Operator	614-293-8000
Medical Records	614-293-8657
Patient Experience	614-293-8944
Patient Information	614-293-8300
Security	614-293-8500

Language and Translation Services

English
Spanish
Mandarin
Arabic
Nepali
Russian
Somali
Japanese
Bengali
Urdu
Hindi
Vietnamese
Gujarati
Punjabi

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

NPI Number : 1447359997

410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210

(614) 293-8000

wexnermedical.osu.edu

Departments

Internal Medicine

Cardiology

Neurology

Orthopedics

Ophthalmology

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Pediatrics

Pulmonology

Nephrology

Gastroenterology

Endocrinology

Dermatology

Otolaryngology

Oncology

Psychiatry

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

John J. Warner

Carol R. Bradford

Raphael Pollock

Leon McDougle

Rama Mallampalli

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Accepted Insurance Companies

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

The Blackwell Inn

Hyatt House Columbus OSU/Short North

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus University Area

Aloft Columbus University District

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus University Area

Florists and Gift Shops

Scarlet Ribbon Gift Shop

University Flower Shop

Cheryl´s Cookies

Flowerama

Petals & Leaves

Flower Galaxy

Food and Restaurant

BistrOH!

The Cheesecake Girl

EspressOasis

Panera Bread

Wendy´s

Heirloom

Pharmacies

The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacy - Doan Hall

The Ohio State University Outpatient Pharmacy - The James

Walgreens Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Ohio State University Student Health Center Pharmacy

Kroger Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation