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Dr. Michael Capuano, DO

Dr. Michael Capuano, DO

Hospitalist

West Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Capuano, Hospitalist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Michael Capuano, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC. He is board certified. Dr. Capuano graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Capuano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Capuano’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capuano’s office at (803) 936-7372.

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

    • Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx | University Of North Texas Health Science Center

    Is Dr. Capuano board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Capuano, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004

    What languages does Dr. Capuano speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Capuano typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Capuano 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. Capuano. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Capuano typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Capuano may include:

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

    Does Dr. Capuano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Capuano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-7372 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Capuano 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Capuano's office located?

    Dr. Michael Capuano's Primary Practice

    2720 Sunset Blvd

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 936-7372

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

    Dr. Capuano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679548697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capuano?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Capuano's specialty?

    Dr. Capuano 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 Dr. Michael Capuano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Capuano is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Capuano accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Capuano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Capuano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Capuano's office at (803) 936-7372 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Capuano?

    Please contact Dr. Capuano's office at (803) 936-7372 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Capuano's office located?

    Dr. Capuano's office is located in West Columbia, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Capuano have?

    Dr. Michael Capuano is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.