Vascular Surgeons in Columbus, OH
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28
Vascular Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
75%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: vascular-surgeonState: OHCity: Columbus
About vascular surgeons in Columbus, OH
Columbus is Ohio's fastest-growing city, and its healthcare system reflects that momentum. Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center is the academic anchor, while OhioHealth and Mount Carmel run the community hospital networks that most residents use day to day. Nationwide Children's Hospital gives the city one of the strongest pediatric programs in the country.
Columbus has 28 vascular surgeons. The most common credential is MD (75%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Columbus is built on a highway grid. I-71, I-70, and the I-270 outerbelt connect most medical corridors within 20 to 30 minutes. The Wexner Medical Center and Nationwide Children's are clustered near downtown, while OhioHealth and Mount Carmel have outpatient campuses spread across the suburbs. COTA buses reach major hospitals, but most patients drive.
Providers practice throughout Columbus. Short North is a vibrant arts district adjacent to the Ohio State University medical campus. German Village is a historic brick neighborhood near Nationwide Children's Hospital and Grant Medical Center. Clintonville is a tree-lined neighborhood with family practices and OhioHealth facilities along High Street. Victorian Village is a walkable area near downtown with proximity to OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital.
Nearby hospitals include Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital. Local training programs run through Ohio State University College of Medicine and Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (Columbus). Nationwide Children's Hospital is one of the largest and top-ranked pediatric hospitals in the United States.
What to expect at your first vascular surgeon visit in Columbus, OH
The first visit includes a vascular exam (checking pulses, blood pressure in legs, skin condition) and a review of your imaging (ultrasound, CT angiography). The surgeon will explain the condition, its severity, and whether intervention is recommended. Many vascular conditions can be monitored initially, with surgery or endovascular treatment reserved for when the condition progresses or causes significant symptoms.
Tips for Columbus, OH patients
If you're new to Columbus, OhioHealth and Ohio State both have online tools that filter doctors by insurance. The two systems don't share medical records, so pick one and stay consistent if you can.
When to see a vascular surgeon
See a vascular surgeon for peripheral artery disease (leg pain with walking, non-healing wounds), aortic aneurysms, carotid artery narrowing (stroke prevention), varicose veins causing symptoms, blood clots in deep veins, creation or maintenance of dialysis access (fistulas, grafts), and wounds on the legs or feet that will not heal due to poor circulation.
Typical costs
Consultation copay: $30-75 · Varicose vein ablation: $3,000-7,000 · Aortic aneurysm repair: $30,000-100,000+ · Carotid endarterectomy: $15,000-40,000
Frequently asked questions about vascular surgeons in Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH has 28 licensed vascular surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of vascular surgeons in Columbus, OH are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
Medical Mutual of Ohio, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and UnitedHealthcare are the most common commercial carriers in Columbus. Ohio Medicaid (managed through CareSource and Molina) is accepted at most OhioHealth and Wexner facilities.
A consultation copay is $40 to $75. Varicose vein treatment costs $1,500 to $5,000 per leg. Carotid endarterectomy costs $15,000 to $35,000. Aortic aneurysm repair costs $30,000 to $80,000. Actual costs in Columbus, OH depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Vascular procedures often require specialized imaging (CT angiography, duplex ultrasound) that may be billed separately. Stents and grafts used during endovascular procedures add significant cost. Verify your plan covers both the facility and all providers involved.
Columbus healthcare is split between three main systems: OhioHealth, Mount Carmel, and Ohio State Wexner Medical Center. Your insurance network will often determine which system is most affordable. For specialized or complex care, Wexner is the academic referral center.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Columbus, OH, 75% hold the MD credential and 11% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
71% of vascular surgeons in Columbus, OH accept Medicare. Medicare covers vascular surgery and related procedures including aortic aneurysm repair, carotid endarterectomy, and peripheral artery bypass. Medicare also covers screening ultrasound for abdominal aortic aneurysm for qualifying patients. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
For routine primary care and community hospital services, OhioHealth is convenient with locations throughout the suburbs. For academic medicine, clinical trials, or complex specialty cases, Wexner Medical Center is the stronger option. Check your insurance network first.
Yes. It consistently ranks among the top 10 pediatric hospitals nationally and is the primary referral center for pediatric specialty care across Ohio. Most pediatric insurance plans in the area include it.
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Insurance & Vascular Surgeon coverage
Top accepted carriers in Columbus, OH include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-44228, qhp-54192, and qhp-31981.
Vascular surgery consultations and procedures are covered under medical insurance when medically indicated. Varicose vein treatment is covered when symptoms are documented (not for cosmetic-only complaints). Prior authorization is required for most vascular procedures. Verify that both the surgeon and the facility are in-network, especially for endovascular procedures done in hospital catheterization labs.