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Dr. Sean Kern, MD

Urologist

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kern, Urologist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Sean Kern, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kern graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program. Dr. Kern is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kern’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kern’s office at (317) 944-7541.

    Where did Dr. Kern go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kern speak?

    Dr. Kern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Urologist like Dr. Kern typically treat?

    As an Urologist, Dr. Kern 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. Kern. 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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    What procedures does an Urologist like Dr. Kern typically perform?

    As an Urologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sean Kern may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kern accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kern accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-7541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kern accept in Columbia, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • 90 Degree Benefits

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kern's office located?

    Dr. Sean Kern's Primary Practice

    11 Richland Medical Park Dr

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (317) 944-7541

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    Dr. Sean Kern's Practice 2

    1330 Taylor St

    Columbia, SC 29201

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

    Dr. Kern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740416262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kern?

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

    What is Dr. Sean Kern's specialty?

    Dr. Kern is an Urologist near Columbia, SC.

    What does an Urologist do?

    A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures.

    Is Dr. Sean Kern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kern is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Lewisgale 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 an Urologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Urologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sean Kern accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Sean Kern is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sean Kern offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kern's office at (317) 944-7541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sean Kern?

    Please contact Dr. Kern's office at (317) 944-7541 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kern's office located?

    Dr. Kern's office is located in Columbia, SC.