Why Might I Need a Lung Screening CT?

Columbus Regional Health (CRH) has the ability to screen for lung cancer and identify it in the early stages. Timely identification and diagnosis of lung cancer is the key to long term survival. In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, CRH is proud to offer reserved appointments for patients needing a first time lung scan.

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What Is Sepsis?

According to the Global Sepsis Alliance, sepsis is the leading cause of death following an infection, but with early detection and proper treatment, deadly consequences can be diminished. These FAQs aim to demystify the often misunderstood and unrecognized deadly complication to infection.

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What is Non-Surgical Medically Supervised Weight Loss and Who is a Good Candidate?

The Weight Loss Institute of Columbus Regional Health offers a Non-Surgical Medically Supervised Weight Loss (NMSWL) program. This program is a physician-supervised weight loss program that provides a weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery.

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How to Protect Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being

A growing number of children and teens are struggling with their mental health. Many have experienced depression, anxiety, and loneliness—leading to an increased risk for suicide in some. These feelings don’t always manifest in ways you expect. Use these strategies to give them the support they need.

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Men Aren’t as Healthy as They Think

Most men think they’re healthier than the average guy according to a new national survey of about 900 men. The same survey found one-third of men don’t think they need annual health screenings. This false sense of health can prove harmful.

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  • Columbus Regional Health and Cigna Healthcare Reach Coverage Agreement

    Jul 3, 2025, 15:10 by DeClue, A.
    Columbus Regional Health is pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with Cigna Healthcare. Columbus Regional Health is in network with Cigna commercial medical plans.
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  • Statement Regarding Recent Closure Announcements

    Jun 30, 2025, 18:15 by DeClue, A.
    Due to mounting financial pressures, Columbus Regional Health has made the difficult decision to close its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, as well as outpatient practice, CRH Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
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  • Introducing CarePayment -- A Friendly Payment Plan Option

    Jun 26, 2025, 09:09 by DeClue, A.
    You may be eligible for a CarePayment plan if you or someone you are a guarantor for has a current payment plan with terms over 12 months.
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  • Columbus Regional Health Announces New Foundation President

    Jun 22, 2025, 18:15 by DeClue, A.
    Columbus Regional Health is pleased to announce that Tanya Hand has accepted the role of president of Columbus Regional Health Foundation. She will start in the position on June 30, 2025. Hand will replace current president, Julie Abedian, who announced her plan to retire as Executive Vice President and Chief Community Impact Officer and as CRH Foundation President, effective August 21, 2025.
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  • First EV-ICD Procedure Performed at CRH

    May 13, 2025, 13:42 by Newton, A.
    Congratulations to cardiac electrophysiologist Albert Sey, MD, MPH, and cardiothoracic surgeon Gregory Dedinsky, MD, FACS, on performing the first Extra Vascular Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (EV-ICD) procedure at CRH, with support from Surgical and Cardiac Cath Lab staff! The EV-ICD procedure treats sudden cardiac arrest and abnormal heartbeats with defibrillation and special pacing therapy.
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  • Cigna Health Plans Soon to be Out-of-Network

    May 13, 2025, 08:10 by DeClue, A.
    This means patients insured by Cigna would be subject for out-of-network fees for services rendered through any CRH facility or physician office.
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