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Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris, MD

Nephrologist

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vamenta-Morris, Nephrologist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. Dr. Vamenta-Morris is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vamenta-Morris’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vamenta-Morris’s office at (803) 252-9906.

    Where did Dr. Vamenta-Morris go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Ms Sch Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vamenta-Morris speak?

    Dr. Vamenta-Morris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vamenta-Morris typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vamenta-Morris 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. Vamenta-Morris. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vamenta-Morris typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vamenta-Morris accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vamenta-Morris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 252-9906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vamenta-Morris accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Vamenta-Morris in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vamenta-Morris' office located?

    Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris' Primary Practice

    121 Park Central Dr Ste 200

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 252-9906

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

    Dr. Vamenta-Morris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922310143.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vamenta-Morris?

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

    What is Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris's specialty?

    Dr. Vamenta-Morris 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 Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vamenta-Morris is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge 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

    When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vamenta-Morris' office at (803) 252-9906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helga Vamenta-Morris?

    Please contact Dr. Vamenta-Morris' office at (803) 252-9906 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vamenta-Morris' office located?

    Dr. Vamenta-Morris' office is located in Columbia, SC.