31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Usmani, Nephrologist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Abdul Usmani, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Usmani graduated from Punjab Medical College and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program. Dr. Usmani is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Usmani’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Usmani’s office at (803) 256-1137.
Where did Dr. Usmani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Punjab Medical College | Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Usmani board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Abdul Usmani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Usmani speak?
Dr. Usmani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Usmani typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Usmani 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. Usmani. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Usmani typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdul Usmani may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Usmani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Usmani accept my insurance?
Dr. Usmani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 256-1137 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Usmani accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Usmani 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Usmani's office located?
Dr. Abdul Usmani's Primary Practice
1655 Bernardin Ave Ste 200
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 256-1137
What is Dr. Usmani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Usmani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629235700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Usmani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Usmani
What is Dr. Abdul Usmani's specialty?
Dr. Usmani is a Nephrologist near Columbia, SC.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Abdul Usmani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Usmani is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Abdul Usmani accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Abdul Usmani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abdul Usmani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Usmani's office at (803) 256-1137 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abdul Usmani?
Please contact Dr. Usmani's office at (803) 256-1137 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abdul Usmani have?
Dr. Abdul Usmani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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