Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders
Dr. Christopher S. Saunders
Last updated: Jan 5, 2022

Dr. Christopher S. Saunders

  • Gender: Male
  • Experience: 39 years
  • Graduated from: Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University
  • Graduation year: 1982
  • Sole propriator: No
  • NPI: 1023076171

Dr. Christopher S. Saunders M.D.

Nephrologist

He is located at 290 East Town Street in Columbus, OH 43215. Can help patients with the following: Asthma, General Care, Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), Hyperparathyroidism, Hyponatremia, Inguinal Hernia. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023076171. Appointment can be made via the phone number (614) 788-5400. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 2 hospitals.

Conditions treated

Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders, being an nephrologist, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Christopher S. Saunders.

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acute Pain
  • Anemia
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Bladder Control
  • Blood in Urine
  • Chest Pain
  • Cholecystitis
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Common Cold
  • Constipation
  • Cystitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Edema
  • Fever
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • General Care
  • Gout
  • Headache
  • Heart Disease
  • Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Hot Flashes
  • Hydronephrosis
  • Hypercalcemia
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyponatremia
  • Influenza
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Failure
  • Kidney Infection
  • Kidney Stones
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Low Potassium
  • Migraine
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Obesity
  • Osteoporosis
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
  • Prescription Refill
  • Rhabdomyolysis
  • Urethritis
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Vitamin D Deficiency

Procedures Performed by Dr. Christopher S. Saunders

ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks

Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Christopher S. Saunders as in-network for the following 2026 plans.

Health plans

CareSource

Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.

Show all 21 plans from CareSource
CareSource plans
Plan Plan type Network tier New patients
Bronze 7500 $25 Generic Drugs HMO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Accepting new patients
Bronze 7500 $25 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Accepting new patients
Core Gold 1500 $10 Generic Drugs HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Core Gold 1500 $10 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Diabetes Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Diabetes Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Diabetes Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Diabetes Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Gold 2000 $15 Generic Drugs HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Gold 2000 $15 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
HDHP Preventive Silver 5500 $0 Chronic Care Drugs HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Healthy Heart Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Healthy Heart Gold 3000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Gold Preferred Accepting new patients
Healthy Heart Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Healthy Heart Silver 5000 $0 Chronic Care Drugs & Services + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Low Premium Bronze 10600 $25 Generic Drugs HMO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Accepting new patients
Low Premium Bronze 10600 $25 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Expanded Bronze Preferred Accepting new patients
Low Premium Silver 6200 $3 Generic Drugs HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Low Premium Silver 6200 $3 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Silver 6000 $20 Generic Drugs HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients
Silver 6000 $20 Generic Drugs + Adult Vision & Fitness HMO · Silver Preferred Accepting new patients

This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Christopher S. Saunders is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.

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Medicare Enrollment

Dr. Christopher S. Saunders is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Nephrology .

Bills through: Ohiohealth Corporation

Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.

Payments received

Drug payment

Genentech $169
Otsuka Pharmaceutical $129
Stryker $122

Other

Food and Beverage $1519

Studies

CLVLND CLINIC LERNER COLLEGE OF MED OF CASE WSTN RSV UNIVERSITY

Graduated in 1982

Additional Specialities

  • Internist
  • Specialist

Affiliated practices

Riverside Nephrology Asociates
500 Thomas Lane
Columbus, 43214 OH
(614) 538-2250

Affiliated hospitals

RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL
3535 OLENTANGY RIVER RD
COLUMBUS, 43214 OH
(614) 566-5000
GRANT MEDICAL CENTER
111 SOUTH GRANT AVENUE
COLUMBUS, 43215 OH
(614) 566-9000

Looking for more Nephrologists?

There are 7 other nephrologists in this region.

Dr. Lakhan K. Saha
  • Gender: Male
  • Address: Suite 360 285 East State Street Columbus, 43215, OH
Dr. John P. MacLaurin
  • Gender: Male
  • Address: Suite 150 285 East State Street Columbus, 43215, OH
Dr. Brian J. Mussio
  • Gender: Male
  • Address: Suite 150 285 East State Street Columbus, 43215, OH
Dr. Kirk P. Rankine
  • Gender: Male
  • Address: 4439 State Route 159 Suite 150 Chillicothe, 45601, OH
Dr. Elizabeth J. Guthrie
  • Gender: Female
  • Address: Suite 150 285 East State Street Columbus, 43215, OH
Dr. Melkon O. Hajinazarian
  • Gender: Male
  • Address: 3619 Park East Drive Suite 110 Beachwood, 44122, OH
Stacie D. Hemmert
  • Gender: Female
  • Address: Suite 150 285 East State Street Columbus, 43215, OH

Questions & Answers

What conditions does Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders treat?

Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders provides treatment for Asthma, General Care, Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), Hyperparathyroidism, Hyponatremia, Inguinal Hernia. For the full list see this list.

Has Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders affiliation with hospitals?

Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders is affiliated with RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL. For the full list of hospitals see this list.

Where can you meet with Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders?

Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders's office is located at 290 East Town Street in Columbus, OH 43215.

Does Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders have affiliation with practices?

Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders is affiliated with Riverside Nephrology Asociates.

Does Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders accept patients with CareSource?

Yes, Dr. Christopher Scott Saunders is listed in-network for CareSource through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.