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Who is Dr. Hardison, Medical Toxicologist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Lewis Hardison, DO is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. Dr. Hardison is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hardison’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hardison’s office at (803) 434-1663.
What languages does Dr. Hardison speak?
Dr. Hardison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Hardison typically treat?
As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Hardison 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. Hardison. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Hardison typically perform?
As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lewis Hardison may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Hardison's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hardison accept my insurance?
Dr. Hardison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-1663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hardison accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Hardison 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
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hardison's office located?
What is Dr. Hardison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hardison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568601870.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hardison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hardison
What is Dr. Lewis Hardison's specialty?
Dr. Hardison is a Medical Toxicologist near Columbia, SC.
What does a Medical Toxicologist do?
Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.
Is this Dr. Lewis Hardison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hardison is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey 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 Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lewis Hardison accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Lewis Hardison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lewis Hardison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hardison's office at (803) 434-1663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lewis Hardison?
Please contact Dr. Hardison's office at (803) 434-1663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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