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Dr. Kirk Steptoe, MD

Dr. Kirk Steptoe, MD

West Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Steptoe, Internist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Kirk Steptoe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Steptoe graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Steptoe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Steptoe’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Steptoe’s office at (803) 796-0106.

    Where did Dr. Steptoe go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Franklin Square Hospital Center | Trident Medical Center/Medical University of South Carolina Program

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Steptoe board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kirk Steptoe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Steptoe speak?

    Dr. Steptoe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Steptoe treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Steptoe diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Steptoe. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Steptoe perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kirk Steptoe may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Steptoe's office.

    Does Dr. Steptoe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Steptoe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 796-0106 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Steptoe accept in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Steptoe in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Steptoe's office located?

    Dr. Kirk Steptoe's Primary Practice

    146 E Hospital Dr Ste 530

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 796-0106

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    Dr. Kirk Steptoe's Practice 2

    815 Old Cherokee Rd

    Lexington, SC 29072

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    What is Dr. Steptoe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Steptoe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942212949.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Steptoe?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Steptoe

    What is Dr. Kirk Steptoe's specialty?

    Dr. Steptoe is a Internist near West Columbia, SC.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Steptoe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kirk Steptoe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Steptoe is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

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    Is Kirk Steptoe accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kirk Steptoe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kirk Steptoe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Steptoe's office at (803) 796-0106 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kirk Steptoe?

    Please contact Dr. Steptoe's office at (803) 796-0106 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Steptoe have?

    Dr. Kirk Steptoe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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