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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sommers, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Scott Sommers, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sommers graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Sommers is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sommers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sommers’s office at (803) 461-3000.
Where did Dr. Sommers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sommers board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Sommers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sommers speak?
Dr. Sommers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sommers typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sommers 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. Sommers. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sommers typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sommers performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sommers. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Sample
- Marrow Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 38221: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies)
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Does Dr. Sommers accept my insurance?
Dr. Sommers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sommers accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Sommers 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sommers' office located?
What is Dr. Sommers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sommers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932275336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sommers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sommers
What is Dr. Scott Sommers's specialty?
Dr. Sommers is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Columbia, SC.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Scott Sommers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sommers is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Lexington Medical Center 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Sommers accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Scott Sommers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Sommers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sommers's office at (803) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Sommers?
Please contact Dr. Sommers's office at (803) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Sommers have?
Dr. Scott Sommers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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