# Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James

A written online cancer second opinion with records collection and a case coordinator; overseas patients use a separate consultation pathway.

Author: Kevin Wimer
Canonical URL: https://kevinwimer.com/cancer/organizations/ohio-state-james/
Stable ID: dd72a0c7-4c3f-4707-8572-a946e100a9cf
Revision: 78259eed-94fe-47b2-9ebb-d026fd019070
Published: 2026-10-26T00:20:40.597Z
Updated: 2026-10-26T00:20:40.597Z
Reviewed: 2026-10-25

## Who this is for
U.S. residents seeking review across cancer types, subject to state restrictions. International patients are directed to a different remote-consultation service.

## What they do

A specialist reviews your diagnosis and treatment options and sends a written report to you and your local doctor. The FAQ gives a target of about one week after all required records arrive.

## Who it’s for

U.S. residents seeking review across cancer types, subject to state restrictions. International patients are directed to a different remote-consultation service.

## How to start

Complete the online request forms. A coordinator helps gather records and confirm eligibility before the review starts.

## Cost and insurance

As of October 2026, the online opinion costs $800 out of pocket. Additional specialist, imaging or pathology work can cost extra. Ohio State says most insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, does not cover this service.

## What to check

The listed U.S. service excludes residents of Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Wisconsin. The report does not include a live physician visit.

## How it fits

Cincinnati Cancer Advisors is another Ohio option with a different local consultation model. Check access and deliverables for each.

## Questions I would ask

- Which specialist would review my cancer and the decision I am facing?
- Does the review include rereading the actual scans and pathology, or only their reports?
- What will I receive, and how can my oncologist ask follow-up questions?

## Contacts

- Cancer second-opinion program: [OSUCCC – James](https://cancer.osu.edu/for-patients-and-caregivers/international-and-out-of-state-patients-guide/services/second-opinion)
- Fees, process and insurance FAQ: [OSUCCC – James](https://cancer.osu.edu/for-patients-and-caregivers/international-and-out-of-state-patients-guide/services/second-opinion/faq)

## Limits and context
The listed U.S. service excludes residents of Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Wisconsin. The report does not include a live physician visit.

## Relationships and disclosures
I have no financial or business relationship with Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James.

## Sources
- [Cancer second-opinion program](https://cancer.osu.edu/for-patients-and-caregivers/international-and-out-of-state-patients-guide/services/second-opinion) — OSUCCC – James; official; checked 2026-10-25; Cancer second-opinion program; program deliverables, eligibility, application process and any published fees described in this draft.
- [Fees, process and insurance FAQ](https://cancer.osu.edu/for-patients-and-caregivers/international-and-out-of-state-patients-guide/services/second-opinion/faq) — OSUCCC – James; official; checked 2026-10-25; Fees, process and insurance FAQ; program deliverables, eligibility, application process and any published fees described in this draft.

Organization website: https://cancer.osu.edu/

Organization type: Academic / research center

Services: Medical second opinions

Information/access: [Second-opinion program](https://cancer.osu.edu/for-patients-and-caregivers/international-and-out-of-state-patients-guide/services/second-opinion)

Service status: available

## Company facts
- **Review:** A written online cancer second opinion with records collection and a case coordinator; overseas patients use a separate consultation pathway. (Sources: source-1)

Topics: expert-support
Capabilities: second-opinions

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