Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Steptoe, Internist in West Columbia, SC?
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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Steptoe typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Steptoe typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Steptoe performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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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
What hospitals are Dr. Steptoe affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Steptoe has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Steptoe's NPI number?A 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?
What does an Internist do?
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.