Patient Assistance Specialists are available to help our patients find outside financial support if they cannot fully pay for their treatment or prescription medications. There are resources available to patients who qualify for this assistance. Patients’ needs are personally assessed and our Patient Advocates will guide them through the process.

We accept cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How much will my treatment cost me?
You may be responsible for a certain percentage of what the insurance company deems as the “allowed amount” for a certain medication or service, as well as your co-payment for doctor visits, treatment, and adjustments on your medication. Some insurance companies may also charge you a co-payment for lab work. Co-payments are due at the time of service. If you have any specific questions regarding your insurance coverage, we encourage you to contact your insurance company.

When will I be billed?
You will not be billed for services until after your insurance company(s) pays us. In some cases, you may not receive a statement from us until several months after you visit our office. Statements are sent at the beginning of every month and are due upon receipt.

What if my finances do not allow me to pay my bill in full?
We are sensitive to financial complications that sometimes occur during times of illness. Our knowledgeable Billing Specialists will work with you to make payment arrangements on your account if you are unable to pay in full. We also offer a monthly payment plan.

I don’t understand my bill.
Our Billing Specialists are available at The Zangmeister Center to answer any questions from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday by calling (614) 383-6005.

What if my insurance changes?
If your insurance coverage changes during the course of your treatment or at any time, we ask that you notify us immediately. Always bring your current insurance card with you.

Daniel Potokar was a rising star on the legendary Ohio State University football team when he was diagnosed with testicular cancer in late 2007.

Even after many grueling months of treatment, which included surgery and multiple rounds of chemotherapy, Dan’s battle with cancer was not yet won. In the spring of 2008, the cancer had viciously returned to the then 20-year-old’s brain.

Dan was referred to The Zangmeister Center where Dr. Tarek Chidiac put the former OSU receiver on an aggressive full-brain radiation treatment and performed Stereotactic Radiosurgery, a procedure similar to laser surgery, which eventually destroyed the remaining cancerous tumors.

“I always felt very comfortable at The Zangmesister Center,” Dan shares. “Every morning I was greeted with smiles from everyone from the receptionist to my doctor. I also had the two most amazing nurses who took great care of me.”

Dan now spends his time getting back to the things he loves most in life: his fiancée, Stephanie, his two canine companions, Maggie and Lucy, hitting the gym and serving as an assistant coach to the OSU Buckeyes.

“My cancer stole a year of my life, but reinforced my belief in staying positive,” he says. “Always believing that even the worst situations will get better helps me through my everyday life.”

In February 2009, an MRI revealed that all five tumors in Dan’s brain had disappeared. On October 1, 2009, he was officially in remission.

“I have always looked at things two ways—you can get down and be depressed or you can put a smile on your face and remedy the situation.”

Dan’s still smiling.

A passionate schoolteacher for many years, Barbara Beckwith found a new passion through her experience with cancer: advocating for research and for other cancer patients.

Diagnosed with breast cancer in 1994, Barbara underwent surgery, radiation and chemotherapy simultaneously. Cancer-free, she continued teaching school until 1999 when she decided to retire. “I retired at that time because I wanted to retire on my own terms, never because of my health,” she says.

Not one to slow down, Barbara began part-time work for Columbus Community Clinical Oncology Program and became involved in other organizations that advocate clear and concise patient information, research and cancer-related legislation. Barbara is an Independent Consultant for the Diversity Enhancement Program at the Ohio State Comprehensive Cancer Center

In 2006, she was diagnosed with uterine cancer, which she faced head on. This diagnosis made her even more determined to continue with her work. “I have a wonderful son, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and I want to know that research is occurring so that my family doesn’t ever have to go through the same thing as I have,” she says.

Today she is on the National Cancer Institute’s Subcommittee A, which evaluates cancer centers applications. She also worked with the Ohio Partners for Cancer Control to write the cancer plan for the state and a resource guide for patients in Ohio.

Barbara travels frequently to conferences such as ASCO, AACR, NBCC, SABC and LIVESTRONG for training and meeting with other advocates. She accompanies newly diagnosed patients to doctors’ appointments and serves as their advocate and “second ears.”

Having been through cancer twice and with her experience in many cancer-related organizations, Barbara knows and believes that The Zangmeister Center is “one of the best.”

“Everyone at The Zangmeister Center is tuned in to how patients should be treated,” she says. “They listen and treat everyone with respect. The level of expertise and quality of care is simply outstanding. I’ve been blessed with good doctors who really take the time to answer my questions and respect my opinion.”

Although she works hard, Barbara does take time for herself. “I make time for me every day. You have to de-stress. You also have to do things to make you laugh. It’s good for the soul.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much will my treatment cost me?
You may be responsible for a certain percentage of what the insurance company deems as the “allowed amount” for a certain medication or service, as well as your co-payment for doctor visits, treatment, and adjustments on your medication. Some insurance companies may also charge you a co-payment for lab work. Co-payments are due at the time of service. If you have any specific questions regarding your insurance coverage, we encourage you to contact your insurance company.

When will I be billed?
You will not be billed for services until after your insurance company(s) pays us. In some cases, you may not receive a statement from us until several months after you visit our office. Statements are sent at the beginning of every month and are due upon receipt.

What if my finances do not allow me to pay my bill in full?
We are sensitive to financial complications that sometimes occur during times of illness. Our knowledgeable billing specialists will work with you to make payment arrangements on your account if you are unable to pay in full. We also offer a monthly payment plan.

I don’t understand my bill.
Our billing specialists are available at the Zangmeister Center to answer any questions from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays. The can also be reached by phone during those hours at (614) 383-6005.

What if my insurance changes?
If your insurance coverage changes during the course of your treatment or at any time, we ask that you notify us immediately. This will save time when sending your claim to the insurance company(s). Always bring your current insurance card with you.

Our caring and compassionate staff is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all patients and their families. We help patients meet their health goals throughout the duration of their care, including prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and symptom management.

At The Zangmeister Center, we understand the necessity for trust, compassion and humor in the patient/healthcare provider relationship. We work together to provide optimal care to our patients and uphold our reputation as a leader in the field of oncology and hematology.

We recruit the best-trained and qualified physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and technicians in Central Ohio and across the country. Their combined experience and expertise have established a new standard of care for our patients and their families.

We are committed to providing a friendly, relaxed and confidential environment. We are our patients’ advocates. We promote patient education. We serve as a liaison between our patients, the community and all healthcare services. We help patients meet their health goals throughout the duration of their care, which includes prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and symptom management.

The Mark H. Zangmeister Center believes in teamwork. Our team is committed to excellence in staff education and quality care. We understand the necessity for trust, compassion and humor in the patient-healthcare provider relationship. We work together to uphold our reputation as a leader in the field of oncology.