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Dr. Alexander Remedios, MD

Dr. Alexander Remedios, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

West Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Remedios, Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Alexander Remedios, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC. He is board certified. Dr. Remedios is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Remedios’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Remedios’s office at (803) 791-2350.

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

    • Medical School: State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook

    Is Dr. Remedios board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Remedios, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Remedios speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Remedios typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Remedios 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. Remedios. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Remedios typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Remedios may include:

    Please contact Dr. Remedios' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Remedios accept my insurance?

    Dr. Remedios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 791-2350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Remedios 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. Remedios' office located?

    Dr. Alexander Remedios' Primary Practice

    2720 Sunset Blvd

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 791-2350

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

    Dr. Remedios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831352962.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Remedios?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Remedios's specialty?

    Dr. Remedios is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Columbia, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Alexander Remedios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Remedios is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Providence Orthopedic 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Alexander Remedios accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Remedios is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Remedios offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Remedios' office at (803) 791-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Remedios?

    Please contact Dr. Remedios' office at (803) 791-2350 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Remedios' office located?

    Dr. Remedios' office is located in West Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Remedios have?

    Dr. Alexander Remedios is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.