Rebecca A Payton, MD

Rebecca A Payton, MD

Clinical Areas: Primary Care
Specialties: Family Medicine
812-342-3339
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Provider Ratings

5 out of 5 (423 ratings)

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Franciscan Physician Network Columbus Primary & Specialty Care

123 2nd Street
Columbus, IN 47201

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Columbus Primary & Specialty Care
812-342-3339 View Details
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Franciscan Health Indianapolis

8111 South Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine

Residency:
St Mark's Hospital

Undergraduate School:
Indiana University Bloomington

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Procedures Performed

  • Annual Physicals
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Family Medicine
  • Health Screenings
  • Immunizations
  • Medicare Wellness Exams
  • Medication Management
  • Pap Test / Cervical Cancer Screening
  • Referrals To Specialists
  • Same Day Sick Appointments
  • Treatment of minor injuries
  • Weight Management

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(423 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

248 Reviews

09/03/2026

Provider is knowledgeable, trustworthy, concerned about my well being, provides relevant patient education, i.e. preventive measures, and provides excellent care.

09/03/2026

She takes the time to answer our questions and our concerns

09/01/2026

Highly qualified Dr.

09/01/2026

I really like Dr. Payton. She is very caring and listens to my concerns.

08/27/2026

Very caring, addresses all issues in an understandable manner

08/27/2026

Takes time to explain & gives you her full attention.

08/26/2026

I think she really cares and wants to help and that it is important to her how you feel.

08/25/2026

She made me feel heard and came up with a solution right away

08/25/2026

She great, answers any question and patience is a plus

08/25/2026

She's always kind and understanding

08/23/2026

Very helpful

08/23/2026

Dr Payton really listened to me. I feel seen and heard

08/23/2026

Dr. Payton is a very caring and knowledgeable physician. She listens to her patients and gives answers that are easy to understand.

08/19/2026

Love Dr. Payton and all of th e NP's and nurses!!! Also the Front Desk gals!!

08/19/2026

She is a knowledgeable and compassionate physician and delivers top-notch care. She has always encouraged my husband and I to take good care of ourselves and we literally could probably say we are alive because of her care. We are very grateful for her!

08/17/2026

Rebecca is thorough, relatable, a good listener, and involved. No one comes CLOSE to the care and responsiveness I receive from Dr. Payton.

08/17/2026

Shes personable and caring and intelligent

08/17/2026

I just met them today and again both ladies were knowledgeable, friendly & professional

08/15/2026

Dr Payton is very good at listening to your questions and finds an answer. She cares!

08/15/2026

She is very thorough and listens to your concerns and involves you in your care. She always asks if you have anything else you need to discuss. Very personal and never hurries you.

08/14/2026

She takes her time to listen to my concerns and makes me feel cared about. She provides very personalized guidance for me.

08/12/2026

Dr. Payton is very kind and understanding She always takes time to answer any questions I might have. She's very knowledgeable on any subject that I've asked about.

08/11/2026

She takes the time to talk with you and makes sure she answers all your questions. She provides information and clear choices. She doesn’t rush. I feel like I’m important.

08/11/2026

She listens to me

08/10/2026

She always takes time to answer any questions and listens to any of your concerns.

08/10/2026

Very good doctor!!!

08/07/2026

🥰 I appreciate her helping me! She is very kind, listens & supports Me! I trust & feel safe with her!

08/06/2026

Great advice and service!

08/06/2026

She’s knowledgeable and listens

08/06/2026

Dr. Payton REALLY listened to me. She provided practical advice and encouragement, and helped me navigate the intricacies of insurance. It was the first time in a long time I left the office feeling heard. I can't recommend her highly enough!

08/05/2026

I have already recommended Dr Payton to several friends. She listens carefully and discusses all options with me. I trust her with my care

08/05/2026

Very through. Didn’t rush you. Sooo nice.

08/05/2026

I feel she listened to me & understood my concerns & directed me to the right places and people. to review my needs.

08/05/2026

Extremely knowledgeable. Down to earth, personable. Takes time with patient, not rushed. Explains medications, & all effects.

08/03/2026

Knowledgeable and friendly

08/02/2026

She is always pleasant, listens to concerns, answers questions and is generally very caring

07/31/2026

She really makes me feel like she cares about me and my health

07/29/2026

She listens and cares.

07/29/2026

Dr. Peyton addresses all your concerns and provides clear explanations for her recommendations. She takes the time to review your history before determining a care plan.

07/28/2026

Her experience and knowledge would be beneficial for anyone.

07/27/2026

Rebecca is just fabulous when it comes to your health

07/25/2026

Been a patient for years… no complaints!

07/23/2026

She is the only doctor I can put all my trust on. She is very caring, listens to my concerns with full attention, and her diagnosis is top notch. She literally saved me from a heart attack back in 2019 although there was no visible symptoms. I changed cities in between but always traveled back for her second opinion. Now I'm finally living near Columbus and privileged to have her as my only primary care doctor again.

07/22/2026

Dr Payton always takes time to listen and does everything she can to help and solve the issues you see her for

07/22/2026

She is very caring and thorough.

07/21/2026

She takes time with you to listen and give her opinions very caring

07/20/2026

Dr. Payton is very helpful with whatever you have questions about!

07/16/2026

Sweet,,,,kind....

07/15/2026

I love my PCP Rebecca Payton. She is very knowledgeable & caring & always explains things clearly.

07/08/2026

Dr Payton always takes the time to listen to all my concerns. She does not rush, is respectful and compassionate.

07/07/2026

She's a good listener and always honest in her appraisals.

06/22/2026

Dr Payton listens to you, is extremely kind and helpful. She includes you in your care which I appreciate.

06/20/2026

Competence and patience. She listens.

06/19/2026

I would recommend Dr. Payton to anyone that is looking for a qualified, efficient primary care doctor. She is kind and is always explains what's going on with a medical problem and next steps to take. She never rushes and always takes the time needed.

06/19/2026

She is direct and has been with me on all my health problems and compassionate.

06/18/2026

Dr. Payton is absolutely a fantastic doctor that truly cares.

06/17/2026

She is thorough.

06/17/2026

I probably should give a "0". She's SO good I don't want her to be over-loaded.

06/17/2026

Have recommended to several family members who now go there.

06/16/2026

She is to the point.

06/10/2026

She listens to your concerns and never makes me feel like I am just a number.

06/09/2026

She’s and excellent Doctor

06/09/2026

Excellent care

06/08/2026

She is the best!

06/02/2026

She is my favorite Doctor. Very nice and really cares about you.

06/01/2026

She's courteous,but direct with getting to the source of my issues and trying to get me healthy. Asks about vaccines and things but doesn't judge or get pushy if you choose not to get vaccines.

05/29/2026

Great doctor.

05/26/2026

She is a great listener.

05/25/2026

Thorough analysis and options.

05/24/2026

Dr Payton is the best. Given my history if I ever need to see her for a non-emergent issue she always works me into her day. That means everything to me.

05/23/2026

Dr. Payton is absolutely wonderful. She is extremely knowledgeable and offers great support to me for my healthcare needs. She is very attentive, listens to my questions/concerns and provides excellent guidance regarding next steps on my health journey. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a new primary care doctor. She's the best.

05/21/2026

Wonderful, caring doctor

05/19/2026

Dr. Payton caring and compassionate

05/19/2026

Super good doctor with an excellent bedside manner. A true asset to your team.

05/19/2026

She is so caring.

05/18/2026

Dr. Payton did amazing work with me today. I felt heard, she supported me thru my appointment and was very open with the steps to take and that everything will work out. I didn't feel like just a patient to her, I felt like she genuinely cared and wanted to lead me in the right direction and console me on one of my hardest days.

05/18/2026

Doctor Payton listened to my concerns and gave me direction on my issues.

05/18/2026

She is a great doctor. Takes pride in her patients.

05/04/2026

Dr. Payton is capable, and she takes time to listen to concerns.

04/30/2026

She is knowledgeable, seems to care about my well being & includes me in decisions about potential treatment options.

04/30/2026

Dr. Payton is wonderful -always listens, advises, educates and very compassionate. Thank you!

04/30/2026

Very easy to talk to.

04/29/2026

She listens very well and discusses options for plan of care. Very kind and personable.

04/29/2026

Dr. Payton immediately put me at ease and listened to my concerns without making me feel rushed. She gave great advice for managing my health.

04/28/2026

She takes time and doesn’t rush in and out of the appointment like some doctors do.

04/28/2026

Dr Payton asks questions that only the patient can answer and listens. She takes time to listen and respond. She doesn’t rush you!

04/27/2026

Dr. Payton is a great listener and also compassionate. All you could hope for in a GP.

04/27/2026

Rebecca is personable and caring. Also professional and efficient

04/27/2026

Seemed very knowledgeable and concerned

04/24/2026

My doctor gives good advice, genuinely concerned, has time for my questions and very knowledgable. My provider is taking new patients so I will recommend her to others.

04/23/2026

Excellent doctor

04/22/2026

Very caring doctor

04/21/2026

She is great

04/21/2026

Dr is very kind and compassionate. She Has empathy.

04/19/2026

For the time & care I received during my visit.

04/16/2026

the best

04/16/2026

I have recommended her to my husband and family members. Several are already her patients.

04/14/2026

Her care for me goes above expectations.

04/14/2026

She’s the best Dr I’ve ever had. I may have to leave temporarily because of a change in my insurance next month, but after I get my insurance figured out, I plan to search for a plan that specifically lets me come back to Dr Payton.

04/14/2026

Confident & caring. Good communicator & listener. Professional, but approachable. Inspires confidence.

04/13/2026

Professional, listens to your issues, supportive and great doctor.

04/10/2026

Easy to talk to

04/10/2026

Dr. Payton is great she cares about her patients and just a all around Joy

04/09/2026

She is so good to help solve any problems and alway listens to what you are telling her. She stays on top of any medical problems.

04/08/2026

Dr. Payton has paid more attention to my health since I've been seeing her than my previous primary doctor ever did.

04/06/2026

Dr Payton took her time with me and answered my questions. I’m a new patient and she have me a new path to begin.

04/06/2026

She is so relatable and approachable. I always feel better after a visit with her because she listens to me and she always lets me leave with a clear understanding of our plan for my health.

04/06/2026

Same as above answer. She seems to care and has a good bedside manner.

04/05/2026

Ana [ ] who sees my daughter recommended that I try to get her seen by Dr. Payton. I told her that I was seeing soon and wanted to see how that went. Will soon be trying to make that appointment for her.

04/04/2026

Dr Payton listens to you and often asks you for further information before she offers a solution.

04/01/2026

She takes the time to discuss patient's issues even when she is running behind. Never before have I had someone actually listen to how I feel.

04/01/2026

10/10 Very kind, very nice, the way she speaks is excellent

03/31/2026

She was pleasant and efficient and professional. Hopefully her suggestions will work to help with my issues.

03/30/2026

I just don't want to share her with everyone because I like her and want her to not get overwhelmed with more patients. I had a Dr before but he left 2 times, not sure why but it's also nice they have labs in there. Columbus needs more St Francis buildings because no one seems to like places here,they all go to Greenwood.

03/30/2026

She is very personable!

03/30/2026

Dr. Payton is an excellent communicator! I feel heard!

03/29/2026

Great care n she explains everything

03/25/2026

Dr. Payton is a great Doctor. She's very kind and listens carefully to what you have to say. She's one of the best Doctor's I've ever gone to.

03/25/2026

She is the most honest and caring doctor I have had in a long time!

03/23/2026

She listens to my concerns and questions without making me feel that they are insignificant or petty. She works with my wishes, beliefs and suggestions. Highly would recommend.

03/17/2026

She is very observant about each person , goes over your health issues and explains your prognosis

03/17/2026

Knowledgeable, skilled and caring. Good follow-up. Takes the time necessary to listen and understand. Plan of care is clear and documented.

03/16/2026

She is personable, thorough, relatable and I never feel rushed or dismissed

03/16/2026

Her professionalism and the care she gives. She listens to you and doesn’t make you feel rushed. Great doctor

03/16/2026

Great caring attitude toward her patients!

03/15/2026

She is absolutely the best and cares so much about the person, not just the patient!

03/12/2026

My favorite doctor

03/11/2026

Knowledgeable. Went into detail on medication that I was taking prescribed by another doctor.

03/09/2026

Dr. Payton is knowledgeable, and very nice. Always answers questions.

03/09/2026

Dr Payton is always caring and considerate. She is a wonderful doctor.

03/03/2026

Compassion, Knowledge, Experience, willingness to spend time and listen. Never rushing or dismissing concerns.

03/03/2026

She is easy to talk to about any medical problem. So nice.

03/03/2026

She is caring and saved my life

02/28/2026

She listens and gives options for treatment.

02/26/2026

She listens she cares,shes knowledgeable

02/25/2026

Dr. Payton is excellent. She is very caring and easy to talk to relative to my health issues. She has helped me develop a plan for improved health this year. I look forward to the journey.

02/24/2026

Dr Payton is the Best!

02/24/2026

She always takes time and caring with her patients

02/23/2026

She talks to you and does everything for you I love her, she is precious. She is a wonderful doctor

02/23/2026

Easy to talk to. Knowledgeable and answers questions with good explanations. Takes my nursing experience as a RN in consideration when talking to me and includes me in the decision making.

02/22/2026

Kind, knowledgeable and caring

02/21/2026

Caring and genuinely concern for the patient

02/18/2026

Dr Payton listens to you and talks to you about your concerns

02/17/2026

I adore my doctor, Rebecca Payton, so much I would recommend everyone to her care. She is so personable and approachable. She takes her time to hear all my issues and always responds with kindness and understandable explanations of the plan she creates for my health. I appreciate her so much.

02/16/2026

She is wonderful and always so helpful

02/14/2026

I have always received wonderful care. My doctor takes the time to listen and always shows compassion.

02/14/2026

I was lucky to have found Dr Payton. She makes you feel comfortable and listens and cares about what you have to say. You come away feeling that you weren’t just a patient or a number and she really does want to help. She’s knowledgeable and helps you to understand everything clearly. She’s truly the best!

02/13/2026

Very straight forward and caring with her patients.

02/12/2026

Dr Payton listens to you and doesn’t rush you out the door.

02/12/2026

Rebecca Payton is easy to talk to and she is a good listener. Never rushed to get you in and out very knowledgeable in all areas.

02/11/2026

She is an awesome person and Dr.

02/11/2026

I think she’s a very good doctor when I’ve had a problem she gets right on. It tells me what I need to do gets me what I need.

02/11/2026

She's the best

02/09/2026

Great Dr. And staff

02/09/2026

I am fully aware of her. Excellent ability.

02/09/2026

Best family Dr I've had. Listens, very thorough, kind, compassionate.

02/08/2026

She listens to me

02/07/2026

She is the best

02/05/2026

I've been with Dr payton quite awhile now.She makes me fill good when I see her.She listens to me about my concerns .

02/05/2026

Caring trusting and passionate about her patient

02/04/2026

She took the time to hear me and let me know she hears me and made a plan to help get things sorted out.

02/03/2026

She listens

02/03/2026

I love Dr. Payton, she is very nice and very thoughtful and spends all the time I need to talk with her.

01/29/2026

Dr. Payton is very willing to answer any questions I’m concerned about. I feel she’s very knowledge and offers good instructions to improve my health.

01/28/2026

Very caring good listener patient

01/28/2026

Dr. Payton is very down-to-earth and listens to what I am saying. Very pleasant to work with and I appreciate that she cares.

01/24/2026

Same as above! Dr Payton is an excellent doctor. Very kind, caring and knowledgeable. Very thorough. Takes the time to answer questions and explains things well. I highly recommend her. She never makes you feel like she’s in a hurry. You feel how much she cares.

01/22/2026

Dr Payton was amazing!!! She listened, asked me what I needed, offered suggestions. I did not feel rushed.

01/17/2026

She always listens to me and goes above and beyond to help relieve my issues

01/11/2026

She is a caring and knowledgeable person.

01/08/2026

Dr Payton will spend time explaining everything to you so you can understand. Has a good personality.

01/08/2026

Dr Payton listens and reacts appropriately to your symptoms.

01/07/2026

She listens, answers, and is so caring. Always concerned if you have a problem.

01/06/2026

I feel she is an excellent physician

01/06/2026

Good Doctor

01/05/2026

She is the best! I love how she listens to my questions and takes all the time I need to be sure I understand the answers. She really cares for me and my health.

01/05/2026

Dr. Payton always makes me feel like she cares about what's going on with me. I had a concern and she made sure I was worked into an appointment ASAP.

01/03/2026

Dr Payton is the model of a great dr. She listens to what I have going on and proceeds to find the reason....

12/28/2025

Very smart and pro active

12/25/2025

she is great

12/23/2025

The very same reasons as above. She never fails to amaze me at her quick knowledge an ability to know what I’m feeling. I hate going to doctors but she is always so kind and helpful!

12/22/2025

Knowledgeable, attentive, caring

12/21/2025

She listens and cares. She seeks solutions instead of band aids!

12/18/2025

Dr. Payton is fantastic! She treats almost everyone in my family & we all appreciate her thoroughness & compassion. Would & have recommended her to anyone seeking great healthcare.

12/17/2025

She trys to figure out the best medicine for you to take for your condition.

12/16/2025

Very caring and kind. She cares about her patients. Listens to your concerns.

12/15/2025

Very concerned and actively involved in my total all over wellbeing. Lovely lady.

12/13/2025

She is always on top of things never have to wait on her. If I have any questions she's always willing to answer. Always takes time with me very understanding. Yes I would highly recommend her!

12/09/2025

Dr Payton is the best!

12/09/2025

I’ve always respected her ability to be direct and clear.

12/09/2025

She is takes time with you and always listens to you. Solves any problems.

12/09/2025

She's the best doctor I ever had.

12/09/2025

She is fantastic

12/04/2025

She's an excellent physician

12/03/2025

I have recommended Dr Payton from the first time I saw her. She is a wonderful doctor who asks questions and is very thorough. She reviews all my medication.

11/26/2025

She is a good listener. She cares about people.

11/26/2025

She is always right on top on top of any problem I have. Very easy to talk to and listens to you.

11/26/2025

Because she’s the best. She always listens and seems genuinely interested and addresses concerns in depth.

11/25/2025

She listens and doesnt rush you. She genuinely cares and is so encouraging to positive changes in my health.

11/24/2025

She is great

11/24/2025

She is very caring doctor. She is easy to talk to.

11/24/2025

She cares and wants to help you get better

11/24/2025

I am very glad to have Dr Payton for my doctor. She really listens and she or someone on her team is very good about answering questions on the portal. I never feel “dismissed” about my concerns, or how I’m feeling. I also think the set-up you have with the lab right there with the doctors’ office is an example everyone should follow. Thank You

11/22/2025

She cares

11/21/2025

Dr. Payton is an angel!

11/20/2025

I have recommended people to this office

11/19/2025

She listens to you and reacts accordingly

11/13/2025

She is easy to talk to & really listens to me.

11/13/2025

She takes time to listen and explain things to me

11/12/2025

She listens, is easy to talk to and you can tell she cares.

11/10/2025

I appreciate Doc Payton very much and would highly recommend her

11/10/2025

I really like Dr. Payton. She listens to all my concerns and give me the care that I need.

11/06/2025

Dr. Payton is the best at listening & trying to find the right plan for your situation. I have multiple health issues at a relatively young age and she never makes me feel inferior.

11/06/2025

The quality of care I receive.

11/05/2025

She understands me, doesn’t rush, and knows her stuff!

11/04/2025

Good listener.

10/30/2025

Dr Payton really listens and works WITH you

10/30/2025

She is professional and knowledgeable.

10/27/2025

Very Intelligent, answers questions well, great personality for her patients, care

10/24/2025

She is willing to let you try your thoughts and explains your lab and test results in layman’s words. She’s the best.

10/24/2025

Because she is so nice and helpful and listens to me when I have a problem.

10/23/2025

Dr. Payton is very kind, thorough, takes her time and doesn’t rush you in and out like you are just a number and really cares about her patients, which you don’t see anymore.

10/23/2025

I’ve had several PCPs in my 52 yrs of life & she is by far the best. P

10/21/2025

Professional, knowledgable, friendly, relatable, takes time to answer my questions.

10/20/2025

Dr Payton is attentive and thoughtful with her patients. She makes the right diagnosis and gives her patients confidence in her as a doctor.

10/19/2025

She's polite and pays attention to detail

10/16/2025

she cares and goes out of her way to help

10/14/2025

. She is a good Doctor

10/12/2025

Listens and very caring

10/10/2025

Kind and knowledgeable. Very good doctor

10/09/2025

Dr Payton listened to me and heard what I was saying. She made me feel like she truly cared about me. She is a wonderful doctor.

10/08/2025

She is on top of everything and listens to you.

10/08/2025

She is the best

10/05/2025

She listens, is confirming, and tries her best to help ease my anxiety

10/04/2025

She listens to what I tell her and regards my questions and answers as best as she can. She is very thorough in seeking out all the information she needs to make an appropriate diagnosis. She is very thorough as well as kind.

09/30/2025

Kindness and respect

09/29/2025

Wonderful

09/29/2025

The Best there is

09/29/2025

She's patient and listens,she's a good Dr.

09/25/2025

Very calm can solve problems

09/24/2025

(see above response) She is hands down the best physician I have ever had.

09/22/2025

Dr.Payton is very pleasant and listens to what you are saying.. very nice person.. I would recommend her..

09/22/2025

I have been for years and have a friend who would like to get an appointment scheduled with Dr. Payton.

09/18/2025

She’s the best

09/18/2025

She was very helpful and provided information.

09/17/2025

She is very thoughtful and trustworthy

09/17/2025

She listens to what you have to say and recommends but doesn't push too hard. Great Doc!

09/15/2025

She always listens to me and provides excellent care.
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