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260 verified Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus, OH
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Availability last updated 06/01/2026
Availability last updated 06/01/2026
Psychiatrist
5853 mi · 2218 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton, OH 45409
Out-of-network
Accepting new patients · 25+ years of experience ·
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Gary Balster, MD is a Psychiatrist in Dayton, OH. They completed their residency at University Hosp, Inc. They attended medical school at University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1983. Gary Balster was board certified by American Board of Psychiatry Certification in Psychiatry. Their office i...Click to read more
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Frequently asked questions

How can I make a same-day appointment with a Psychiatrist in Columbus who takes Medicare insurance?

On average, patients who use Zocdoc can search for a Psychiatrist in Columbus who takes Medicare insurance, book an appointment, and see the Psychiatrist within 24 hours. Same-day appointments are often available, you can search for real-time availability of Psychiatrists in Columbus who accept Medicare insurance and make an appointment online.


How can I find a Psychiatrist in Columbus who takes Medicare?

Zocdoc lets you search specifically for a Psychiatrist in Columbus who takes Medicare. Just choose your carrier and plan from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. If you’re not sure which plan you have, you can use Zocdoc’s insurance checker to find out.


How can I book an appointment online with a Medicare Psychiatrist in Columbus?

Zocdoc is a free online service that helps patients find Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus and book appointments instantly. You can search for Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus by symptom or visit reason. Based on that information, you’ll see a list of providers who meet your search criteria, along with their available appointment slots.


How can I find a female Psychiatrist in Columbus who takes Medicare insurance?

When you search for Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus on Zocdoc, you can filter your results by gender, in addition to other criteria. That way, you’ll only see Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus who match your preferences.


How can I find a Medicare Psychiatrist in Columbus who sees patients after hours?

On Zocdoc, you can search specifically for Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus with availability after 5 p.m.


How can I find a top-rated Medicare Psychiatrist in Columbus?

You can use Zocdoc to find Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus who are highly rated by other patients. These ratings are based on verified reviews submitted by real patients. Every time a patient completes an appointment booked on Zocdoc, they’re invited to review their experience. Each review must comply with Zocdoc’s guidelines.


How can I find a video visit with a Psychiatrist online in Columbus?

Psychiatrists in Columbus on Zocdoc who see patients through online video visits will have a purple video icon on their profiles. You can also filter your search results to show only Psychiatrists who offer video visits.


Are video visits with a Psychiatrist online covered by Medicare?

Most insurers provide coverage for video visits at the same cost as in-person visits. You can search on Zocdoc specifically for Psychiatrists in Columbus who accept Medicare for video visits by selecting your carrier and plan from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. We recommend you check with your insurance carrier directly to confirm your coverage and out of pocket costs for video visits.


How can I find a Medicare Psychiatrist in Columbus who sees patients in the morning or evening?

Zocdoc lets you search specifically for a Psychiatrist who has appointments available before 10:00 am, or after 5:00 pm. Just choose the special hours filter at the top of our search page.


How can I find a Medicare Psychiatrist in Columbus who sees patients during the weekend?

Zocdoc let's you see real-time availability for Medicare Psychiatrists in Columbus. Many Medicare Psychiatrists offer appointments on Saturdays and Sundays.


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