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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Raviprasad Rao, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Rao completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (803) 434-6392.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Is Dr. Rao board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Raviprasad Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Ear and Hearing Examination with Abnormal Findings
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
- Abnormal Hearing Test
- Ear Exam with Issues
- Hearing Problem Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
- Z01118: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing with other abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up Hearing Exam After Failed Screening
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Hearing re-test after failed screen
- Ear exam after failed hearing test
- Second hearing screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01110: Encounter for hearing examination following failed hearing screening
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Narrowed Pulmonary Valve at Birth
- Pulmonary Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q221: Congenital pulmonary valve stenosis
Also known as:
- Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
- Uncommon Metabolic Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders
Also known as:
- Underdeveloped or Abnormal Lung
- Birth Defects
- Lung Disease
- Lung Hypoplasia
- Lung Dysplasia
- Small or Malformed Lung
- Congenital Lung Hypoplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q336: Congenital hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastroschisis
- Birth Defects
- Abdominal wall defect
- Intestines outside body at birth
- Bowel protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q793: Gastroschisis
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Raviprasad Rao may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rao's office.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-6392 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Rao in 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)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Raviprasad Rao's Primary Practice
3 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 400
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-6392
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568436434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Raviprasad Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raviprasad Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Raviprasad Rao accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Raviprasad Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raviprasad Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (803) 434-6392 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raviprasad Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (803) 434-6392 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raviprasad Rao have?
Dr. Raviprasad Rao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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