Dr. Anil Purohit, MD
West Columbia, SC
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purohit, Hospitalist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Anil Purohit, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Purohit is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purohit’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purohit’s office at (843) 497-7772.
What languages does Dr. Purohit speak?
Dr. Purohit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Purohit typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Purohit 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. Purohit. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Purohit typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Anil Purohit may include:
Please contact Dr. Purohit's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Purohit accept my insurance?
Dr. Purohit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 497-7772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purohit accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Purohit 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purohit's office located?
Dr. Anil Purohit's Primary Practice
2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 300
West Columbia, SC 29169
(843) 497-7772
What is Dr. Purohit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purohit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447415211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purohit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purohit
What is Dr. Anil Purohit's specialty?
Dr. Purohit is a Hospitalist near West Columbia, SC.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Anil Purohit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purohit is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Anil Purohit accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Anil Purohit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anil Purohit offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purohit's office at (843) 497-7772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anil Purohit?
Please contact Dr. Purohit's office at (843) 497-7772 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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