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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghai, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Pooja Ghai, DO is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghai’s office at (803) 434-1210.
What languages does Dr. Ghai speak?
Dr. Ghai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ghai treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ghai 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. Ghai. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
- Mental Disorder
- Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
- Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
- Emotional Distress from Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
Which procedures does Dr. Ghai perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pooja Ghai may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghai's office.
Does Dr. Ghai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-1210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghai accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ghai in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghai's office located?
Dr. Pooja Ghai's Primary Practice
3010 Farrow Rd Ste 300
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-1210
What is Dr. Ghai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457973596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghai
What is Dr. Pooja Ghai's specialty?
Dr. Ghai is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Ghai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pooja Ghai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghai is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, MUSC Health - Orangeburg 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Pooja Ghai accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Pooja Ghai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pooja Ghai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (803) 434-1210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pooja Ghai?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (803) 434-1210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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