I had been a patient with Ohio Gastro Group and moved out of state to Colorado. What should have been a simple referral process turned into an incredibly frustrating experience. Initially, I was told they could not provide a referral because I had not been seen within the past year. After I left a review expressing my concerns, they changed their position and said they would send a referral--but only for an office visit, not for the colonoscopy that had been recommended. The inconsistency is what makes this so frustrating. Ohio Gastro Group stated they could not refer me for a colonoscopy because I had not been seen recently enough, yet they were more than willing to schedule that same colonoscopy at their own facility without requiring an office visit first. If I am medically appropriate for the procedure in Ohio, why am I suddenly not appropriate for a referral to have the exact same procedure performed near my new home? My grandfather died from colon cancer, so timely screening is important to me. By refusing to provide a proper referral, I am now facing a 3-6 month wait to establish care with a new gastroenterologist in Colorado before I can even schedule the procedure. Meanwhile, I could have had the colonoscopy completed within days if I traveled back to Ohio and paid their office. [[HIGHLIGHT]]After I posted multiple negative reviews, the office appeared to try to make things right by saying they would send a referral for a colonoscopy. Unfortunately, that is not what happened. Instead of sending an actual referral, they simply forwarded the report from my previous colonoscopy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My new provider could not use those records as a referral, leaving me right back where I started. This only added more delays and frustration to an already unnecessarily difficult process. The entire experience gave the impression of a disorganized and uncoordinated office. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Poor communication, inconsistent policies, and sending the wrong documentation instead of the requested referral created additional work for both me and my new healthcare providers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I expected much better continuity of care from a medical practice when relocating out of state, especially for a procedure they themselves recommended. read more

They treated my wife who had terminal breast cancer terribly. The anesthesiologist said in an open area that my wife could not come back here and had to go to Riverside. Totally unprofessional. read more

Completely avoid... it costs $3,000 for a one-hour colonoscopy despite them finding nothing abnormal. Complete ripoff

Horrible waiting room for guest. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Team lacks efficient and timely communications with family members.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would not recommend. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very friendly at the check-in desk.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I recently had my first colonoscopy there and I was treated very well. The quality of care was top notch. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Extremely unprofessional.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I took my wife there to address a long-standing issue. We were referred to a doctor we did not request and whom we ultimately did not like. We later found another doctor within the same group whom we would prefer to see, but [[HIGHLIGHT]]the receptionist refuses to schedule an appointment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Scheduling is terrible.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Trying to get someone to answer the phone is also terrible.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They certainly are on billing as soon as you see a provider. Only place my insurance will cover. read more

I've been at Riverside Methodist for the last month after an emergency C-section and abdominal surgery. Dr. Prahbu completed an EGD on 3/27 with the goal of clamping the perforation in my esophagus. The defect was too large. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The communication from the team was poor, my critical care surgeon being in the room while the procedure was performed and able to communicate to me what happened.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dr. Prahbu called my dad to explain after procedure so that was good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dr. Melinda Rogers then performed an EGD yesterday (4/7) with the goal of inserting an endovac and NG tube to help the perforation heal. Again, failed attempt. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I woke up from anesthesia at 5 pm with NO ONE there expect a Riverside nurse. No communication with me post-op, the surgeon just left at the end of the procedure.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What a joke. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My nurses advocated for me and I received a call from Dr. Rogers after 2 HOURS who said her team did not give her anyone to contact on my behalf.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Despite Dr. Prahbu calling my dad as mentioned in my first paragraph. She could have called my nurse, my advanced care surgeon, my husband, or my parents who were waiting in my hospital room. The next plan of action suggested by Dr. Rogers was wait for a week before trying again. Originally, no one was going to speak with me until 04/08 AM post a 3 pm failed procedure. I spoke with my advanced care surgeon who gave me a referral to Ohio State's GI surgeons and agreed this was impermissible and apologized for the terrible care I received. This experience has been unacceptable in terms of communication, patient care, urgency, and compassion. I will be going elsewhere for my GI care as the doctors have been unsuccessful in each attempted intervention. I have had a positive experience with Dr. McCarthy at this practice in the past through office visits but I refuse to see Dr. Rogers at any junction. Absolute waste of time and money. Mad I will be getting billed for getting an area of inflammation cleaned out yesterday and nothing else. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I received care from Dr. Peter Chen at McNaughten Rd office.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] He's spends adequate time during my appointment and answers all my questions. As a cancer survivor, I've had many colonoscopies and they've all gone well. I will continue seeking care from Ohio Gastro. read more

Fast easy office experience the doctor was friendly and genuine and the staff were very friendly and helpful. A good experience

I've been coming here for almost 5/6 years and 90% of my interactions are great- but [[HIGHLIGHT]]almost every time I talk to the front desk receptionist about a concern she dismisses me and changes me to the wrong outlet.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] (I ask for nurses, she transfers me to scheduling). [[HIGHLIGHT]]She then continued to dismiss me and my medication- one she's probably never taken in her life.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Extremely disappointing for those of us who have conditions to deal with every day that these doctors have no personal experience with. Have some empathy and understanding to your patients. read more

My son had a colonoscopy scheduled and after a 2 hour drive to Columbus, [[HIGHLIGHT]]we were greeted by the receptionist with a "your appointment is 2 hours from now, didn't you get a call?" No, there was no call, email or text[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. We stayed in the waiting room for 2 hours while the staff went to lunch. While the appointment time had been changed on the patient portal, we we're not notified otherwise. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We did receive a reminder text while we were in the waiting room, however.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Go to a provider who values their patients time, and can bill the correct insurance. read more

They billed the wrong insurance. Then sent me the bill after the fact. And screwed me with the bill. That bill is now in collections. They wouldn't fix the issue. I can't get further procedures finished. Because of the unpaid debt. read more

They played me stupid,, I'm still not well The nurse practitioner was a joke told me She'd give me medicine for gasping for air never gave it to me.. Very unhappy with the practice. Diagnosed me with something I had no symptoms of.. I never went back I would not send my animal to that place.. the Dr was nice BUT Something is not right about that place with the nurse practitioner, and they never helped me.. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I mean they don't really do anything special to make you feel comfortable and I really was new to having a procedure in general and didn't feel like I was properly taken care of.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sure they explained some things they were looking for / how it worked but like it started even when they sent the prep prescription to get filled.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Like put a rush on it???? It was going to be late and I had to call Meyer to fill it in time. From the very start to being woken up after my procedure prematurely I think they have a lot of areas to improve on. Facilities are below par as well and I hear they are placing doctors in satellite offices for follow ups because they no space. read more

I just completed an endoscopy with Dr. Melinda Rogers. I could not be more pleased with the level of courtesy, professionalism, and care that I received from the entire staff (receptionist, attending nurses, anesthesia nurse, and Dr. Rogers). My pre-op questions were addressed, and before discharge, I received a report showing findings and recommendations. 5 stars! Timothy E. Heron read more

So..let me tell you! I have never left a review about a doctor before. Hear me out! this is not one of those random reviews that you will read and think oh she's just over dramatic. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dr. Ward was the Rudest Doctor I have ever HAD![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]He literally dismissed everything I said.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Well what i was trying to say when he wasn't dismissing everything I said. He did not check my stomach he only looked at me! No type of check-up what so ever! He wanted to do tests on me that would only put money in his pockets! Maybe the other doctors are better I do not know. But I know one thing! Never go to this "Dr Ward" my take from all of this. " just take a laxative and you'll feel better" read more

I have been in the care of Dr. Scott Young since Feb 2021. I initially went to see him to have my first colonoscopy. Fast-forward about a year and was diagnosed with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis. He has always been very kind, very knowledgeable, and exceptionally thorough. he was able to isolate a potential unrelated issue based on what he was seeing and got me to a specialist for a diagnosis. Without his thorough review of my health, I don't think I would've ever been diagnosed with the disease that he suspected. I also appreciate the exceptional care of his nurse practitioner, Kellie. she's very caring, very knowledgeable, and very supportive. Have a whole lot of appreciation for Ohio Gastro and their team. read more

I have been under Dr. Tripathi's care for the past three months and am grateful for him! I first saw him while in the hospital, then have seen him in office a few times, received a number of calls from him checking to see how I was doing and providing feedback on results. I cannot express how much I appreciate the time has spent with me in office at appointments, and our calls. It gives me a new respect when I have a long wait time at a Dr.'s appt because Dr. Tripathi never rushed our appointments, spent a 1/2 hour with me allowing me to ask ALL of my questions (I came with a list), reviewing weeks worth of bloodwork and test results. I have never had a Dr. spend that much time with me, let alone when I was an add on critical appointment. I am incredibly grateful for Ohio Gastro and specifically Dr. Tripathi. read more

This is one of those times that we need the option of leaving NEGATIVE stars. My primary care doc referred me to this practice after I'd been dealing with CDiff for several months. My only visit was with Dr Rogers. It lasted 15 mins, if that. I liked her tho. She made me feel like this was nothing...we'd get it taken care of. Unfortunately, everything that happened after that visit was extremely concerning. Getting in contact with anyone at this office is like pulling teeth. Voicemails were repeatedly ignored. Whenever I asked to speak directly to the Dr, I was called by Assistants and a Nurse, who all gave me conflicting answers and blatantly false medical information (was told by them that Dificid treats EColi, which is 100% incorrect). My EColi was reported to the Health Department but never discussed with me, even when I asked about it. I repeatedly told them how sick I was throughout this Dr/patient relationship. I won't go into detail here because....ew. But CDiff was literally wiping me out. Despite my actual crying while begging for help, there was no urgency on their end to do their part. Testing was ordered for me twice. I completed those tests immediately, and both times, my results were back for several days before I finally messaged to tell them someone needed to address my labwork. This last one (mid may) was available for well over a week before I messaged again, asking if anyone was going to call me about the results.(They weren't good). Their response was to have a staff member call me to schedule a procedure...like a full on, 'you're going under anesthesia' procedure. No discussion about my results. No discussion regarding any treatment options. No information at all. I asked if I could speak to the Dr about it. The girl actually said "Ummm. Why?" I had to explain that because no one in their office had talked to me about any of this, I wasn't comfortable scheduling a procedure. She openly huffed and puffed in my ear, making it clear how annoyed she was. Again, the Dr didn't call me. Someone else did. (The Nurse guy). His tone of voice was the kind you use when speaking to a child, and he couldn't even answer my specific questions. He said the Dr would answer them the day of the procedure. My biggest concern was the very real panic attacks that i have in any medical situation. I know from experience that it makes procedures more difficult for the provider when I'm hyperventilating and sobbing. I wanted to address this with the Dr to make it easier for everyone involved. He repeatedly told me they'd talk to me the day of...cool. so, when I'm in the midst of an irrational, panicked state? Seems smart (eye roll). I did my best to be proactive with my own medical care, only to be brushed off. I let them schedule me, even tho I was horribly uncomfortable still. After a couple of days, I messaged the Dr and told her to cancel it and refer me to OSU. I clearly explained that due to the complete lack of communication regarding my results and this procedure, I wasn't confident that this was the right treatment for me. I told her that I wanted a referral so I could start all over at OSU. She sent a referral...for the procedure that she wanted to do. I had already made it clear that I did not trust the care that was provided by this practice, and I would not be basing my future care on their recommendations. I had to message AGAIN for a corrected second referral, only confusing my start with a new provider and prolonging treatment for me. Even breaking up with this practice was made complicated. - Extremely poor communication - Very poor quality of service - Incorrect medication information given (and confirmed when I questioned it) - Conflicting answers/information given (not just once) - ZERO f*cks given about the actual patient. If you need a GI Doc, I would recommend that you go anywhere but here. read more

Had a procedure September 29 with Dr. Jon Walker. He was great; scheduling was great; recovery was great-- but the whole Billing Department is a NIGHTMARE. They overcharged me for services which we discovered on November 16. Now, it is January 30 and I still don't have my refund check of over $600. To top it off, I'm the one who had to keep following up with them to find out when I could count on receiving my refund check--even though it was their mistake. There is no Customer Service in that department. I wanted the refund to be issued back on the credit card I used to pay for the procedure but was told their system cannot give credit back on credit cards. So here I am stuck--waiting to see if they will actually come through with the refund check. read more

Make sure you know how much they will charge you. [[HIGHLIGHT]]No one tells you that you can only have ONE wellness screening every TEN years. But they do tell you to come back in TWO years, even though they found nothing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Make sure you ask all the questions because your doctors "orders" mean nothing. Their facility decides what you get billed for, I went in for a screening. What did I get billed for? Diagnostics. "Thats just how it is ma'am". This is why people don't do it! Health care like everything else is sucking money making machine. [[HIGHLIGHT]]All these people being paid in the building and no one thought to mention it?[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I'm told you could have called for codes and then called your insurance and then...[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] WHAT ARE YOU DOING MA'AM? What do they pay you for? [[HIGHLIGHT]]If this is an issue, and she said it happens a lot, WHY DON'T YOU TALK TO PEOPLE BEFORE THEIR PROCEDURES?[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Because you're thieves that's why. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Very rude. I felt treated like cattle.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They only care about profit. The office seems very disorganizedorganized. read more

This institution is so disorganized that simple things like sending prescription to the pharmacy looks like a high order to them. Not to mention sending lab results to the patient. You as a patient literally have to chase them for days to get your results back. Consider yourself lucky if you get to talk to someone on the phone to ask a simple question. Voice mail is a story by itself. It says if you have an emergency press #2. When you press #2 takes you back to the same prompt. Feel sorry for people who have a real emergency. Looks like even If they would try to make things worse they would not be able to do it. It is that bad. Everything, except the doctor who performed procedure, is subpar. I would never go even close to this practice again. Read reviews on Yelp and Google an you will see for yourself. read more

In mid July I had a double scope done at these offices. I was told that I would be getting an EGD and a colonoscopy. I had previous EGDs done before at OSU and expressed that they typically do not work for dilating my throat. The Dr. insisted on trying a different type that should help. I just received my bill - she decided to do TWO different EGDs, and charge me for both! I was never told about the 3rd "procedure" and I'm now on the hook for another $977! The billing department could've cared less - and I've never heard from the Dr. or the offices since I had these done to check in or talk about ways to help my issues. This place is absurd! Never wanted to go in the first place, as I prefer OSU - but my PCP insisted. Never again. PS - The pre-colonoscopy kit they require is from the pharmacy and I had to pay $80! Most places require a $20 bottle of miralax. They also called it in 3 weeks before my procedure and never notified me. I went in 1 week before, as instructed, and it had been pitched. Had to return 3 days later to get it AND it didn't work! Didn't take to my body at all and ended up chugging down miralax which worked perfectly. Also, my insurance called their billing dept (with me on the phone) and requested a review of my bill - because I was somehow paying well over my deductible. Ohio Gastro billing then claimed no one ever called them and they weren't changing anything (god forbid someone on their team made a mistake and didn't do what they were supposed to do). read more

Once you are assigned a doctor you can only see him or her. I'm suffering from diverticulitus, cannot get in to see any one. My doc has openings 8 weeks away and I cannot see any other doctor. OGG has this as a monopoly. Try to find someone else, lots a luck with that. read more

I have been provided superb support and diagnostic endoscopy on 3 occasions since June 2023. Each time, I have been impressed with the devotion to patient care provided by this fantastic group. Most recently I had the pleasure to work with Dr. Kiran Bidari, who had researched my medical file and was completely up to date before our first meeting. The EUS procedure went flawlessly and Dr. Bidari stopped by recovery to provide a full in-person report following. A few days later Dr. Bidari phoned me to go over biopsy results and insure I had a smooth transition to follow-up care and offering to supply the reports to the next provider. This group is knowledgeable, caring and there follow-up is phenomenal. Unfortunately for me, I will need scans in the future and plan to seek Ohio Gastro and Dr. Bidari for my care. read more

I have had four colonoscopies at Ohio Gastro over a period of twenty years. I always felt the doctors and staff were very professional and proficient. The last one I had at the Ohio Gastro Westerville facility was a disappointing exception and I will never go back there. The staff there seem to be infected with an unprofessional disregard for patient privacy and safety. They call patients from the waiting room by their full names. They routinely leave doors and privacy curtains open so other patients and their companions can see and hear patients in various states of undress and consciousness. On no less than six occasions in one hour and a half, I had to request respect for my privacy. I even had to leave the bed in only a loose medical gown and climb up on a chair to close the curtain. They also don't seem to realize this, but the blind on the window to the parking lot has large gaps on both sides so anyone in the parking lot can see inside. If you value your privacy, go somewhere else. I was never mistreated like that at their other facilities. read more

The office staff for Dr. Meis is horrible. They do not know what is going on and they do not care. It is a constant game of phone tag. The Pickerington office for Dr. Bakhru is fantastic. I cannot understand why two offices are so different. read more

i only have an issue with their billing dept. i was very happy with the care I received from the doctor and nurses. However whatever you do don't overpay them! I received a bill for the balance due on Feb.21, 2024 and sent a check for the full amount on 2/21/24. I then received a late notice in March, so I called and was told they did not receive my check. I paid it using a credit card on 3/19/24. On April 26th, they cashed my check. Called on 4/29 and it was acknowledged by Jessica that they did get a double payment. She will tell Mary Kay who will check into this and someone will call me back. No call back. Called again on May 2nd and was told by Linda that a doctor has to approve the refund and that will happen next Tuesday May 7th. It is now May 24th and still no refund. I have sent 3 messages this week about it and no response there either. So there you go....$247.00! read more

It was a little bit of a drive but worth it. Those of you that just want the short version; overall I'm happy and I will go back. Dr Kaylor and his staff were very friendly, professional, and helpful. The experience went well and I am pleased with the level of detail provided in the pre op screening and post op report afterwards. Also, I arrived about 20 minutes early, got paperwork done, and the doctor was running early as well so that was a nice little side perk. I have not gone for my follow up yet but I am quite confident that the quality and professionalism will continue. I waited to the end to mention that the girl that checked me in the lobby was polite but I was not real impressed with her. Don't let that keep you from getting good service ever were else in the process. I recommend this dr and this practice! read more

I was having severe problems with my bowels of course they immediately set me up for colonoscopy. Colonoscopy came out normal and so I wanted to continue with him to discuss the problems I was having and they told me they couldn't get me in for almost 2 months. I consider myself an established patient because Id just had the colonoscopy. I went to a specialist at Mount Carmel and he said they definitely should've done a physical on me which they didn't do and they definitely should've asked me a lot of questions and they should've offered three different kinds of test to be done one rear end. He was so upset that he told me I needed to file a complaint. I'm now going to a Doctor who cares and is running the test that needed to be run and doesn't treat me like I'm cattle on a conveyor belt. All in all I have big problems that needed real test done. Ohio Gastrology doesn't care. read more

I love my doctor and infusion nurses. However, I have been trying to get FML paperwork filled out since early October (now mid-December) and cannot make contact. I was in the office last month and spoke with someone that had the paperwork in her hand, yet was still never turned in to my job. After so many voicemails and portal messages that I've lost track, I'm switching to another practice. read more

Overall OK. Waiting room very crowded. The problem was that I received three different bills for one procedure. Two came in 2021 just after the procedure. Another JUST arrived yesterday on 2/27/2023 for a procedure that was done on 10/12/2021! Almost 1.5 years later another bill for over $700 shows up. This bill has no itemization about the many hundreds that was already paid in 2021, just a new charge for (apparently) the actual procedure. I was told that the other bills already paid were for the facility and the doctor's assistant. I called my insurance and the bill I just received was processed by them on 10/21/2021! Ohio Gastro is just sending it to me now! Of course, I was told it was the fault of the insurance company for the delay and not theirs! read more

My dad had dr. Lena at olentangy river ohio Gastro. He had the worst experience. Dr. Lena didn't explain much she very hard to understand due to her heavy Indian accent. And we found out she always. Always refers you to do uneccessary surgery. Isn't that unethical and the medical board should be notified or report tom its a very serious problem to pressure people for uneccessary surgery by her friend dr. Robert toscano. Its all about referral$$$ read more

Their Portal requires a PIN, but there's no response from their telephone number when you try to get a pin. Their Help site says that their website will not work with Chrome or Safari. read more

This is the most disorganized office that I've ever encountered. I have sent faxes that were never received, told to go to labs for tests that they have never heard of, given fax numbers that don't work, The list goes on and on. I am going to a different doctor now and I'm so glad that I'm not working with these people anymore. Everyone that works here is very nice but they just don't seem to have their act together. Unless You can't find another doctor that can take you I would advise not going. read more

The Olentangy office is just gross. From the waiting room which is cramped and disgusting to the "procedure rooms " which look like they are out of MASH - terrible. Also office staff has terrible communication. Scheduled a colonoscopy up in Dublin that they somehow turned into a routine visit - after I had taken time off from work. Probably so they could bill an extra office visit. Then canceled on me without letting me know for a 7:40 am appt. Zero stars read more

I can't rate a zero for Ohio Gastro Olentangy River Road thus, this review. I experience extremely low blood pressure when fentanyl anesthesia is used during ANY medical procedure. This fact is based upon multiple previous surgical procedures and was listed in previous medical records sent to this facility in 2 months prior to my scheduled procedure. 1) I shared my blood pressure issue with the intake nurses, a nursing supervisor named Kathy, DR. KIRAN BIDARI, and the anesthesia Dr. all PRIOR to the actual procedure. 2) I had the procedure. DR. KIRAN BIDARI USED FENTANYL against better judgement after being told of the history. 3) My blood pressure at the lowest was 96 over 36 (normal range is 120/80) and in the recovery area the nurses were trying to rush me out of the facility stating if I had an "issue to go to the ER". I fought the nurses and SUPERVISOR NURSE KATHY from discharge for 2 hours. 4) These nurses are rude to recovering patients with unexpected problems, unable to handle patients advocating from being forced out of the facility in SERIOUS CONDITION. NOTE: DO NOT ALLOW THIS TO HAPPEN TO YOU!! This facility resembles the meat market attitude... don't let the bed get cold before the next victim is laying there. Picture a conveyor belt, your butt in the air, and the next patient assuming the position next in line, and after them, after them, and after them, etc.... Please, read all reviews and DO NOT schedule ANY PROCEDURES with this company. read more

Worst office ever. They want to quickly get money but follow up is horrible. Apparently if you're healthy overall they don't care about next steps. Had a colonscopy in march, called to schedule a follow up, was told we will call you. Fast forward 2 months i call back. They cant see me for another 3 months. I call and leave voice mails for the office manager with no call back. My appt was canceled because apparently i had a convo with someone and i told her to cancel. Not how i remember that call going. I said i wanted to keep the appt even though i was going elsewhere. It shouldn't have been up to them to decide to cancel. I spoke to some team leader whose "i apologize for this" sounded so insincere. This practice deserves to be shut down. I wouldn't recommend my worse enemy here. read more