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Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Szentpetery, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Szentpetery is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szentpetery’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szentpetery’s office at (434) 243-6781.

    What languages does Dr. Szentpetery speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Szentpetery treat?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Szentpetery 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. Szentpetery. 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:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis
    • Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF Lung Disease
    • Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
    • E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Subacute Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough
    • Lingering cough
    • Persistent cough (medium term)
    • Prolonged cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough
    • R052: Subacute cough

    Also known as:

    • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
    • BPD in Newborns
    • Baby Lung Development Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Newborn Screening Results
    • Newborn Screening
    • Positive newborn screen
    • Failed newborn screening
    • Newborn test abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P099: Abnormal findings on neonatal screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Szentpetery accept my insurance?

    Dr. Szentpetery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-6781 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Szentpetery accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Szentpetery in Charleston, 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Szentpetery's office located?

    Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (434) 243-6781

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    Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery's Practice 2

    2250 Mall Dr

    North Charleston, SC 29406

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    Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery's Practice 3

    1215 Lee St # 800386

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

    (434) 243-6781

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

    Dr. Szentpetery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396035424.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szentpetery?

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

    What is Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery's specialty?

    Dr. Szentpetery is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Charleston, SC. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Szentpetery to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Szentpetery is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Sylvia Szentpetery accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sylvia Szentpetery offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Szentpetery's office at (434) 243-6781 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sylvia Szentpetery?

    Please contact Dr. Szentpetery's office at (434) 243-6781 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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