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Dr. David Powell, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Powell, Physiatrist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. David Powell, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Powell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Powell’s office at (843) 724-2842.

    What languages does Dr. Powell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Powell typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Powell 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. Powell. 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:

    • Paraplegia
    • Quadriplegia
    • Incomplete Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis
    • Partial lower body paralysis
    • Incomplete paralysis of legs
    • Partial paraplegia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
    • G8222: Paraplegia, incomplete

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Does Dr. Powell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Powell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 724-2842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Powell accept in Charleston, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Powell's office located?

    Dr. David Powell's Primary Practice

    316 Calhoun St

    Charleston, SC 29401

    (843) 724-2842

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    Dr. David Powell's Practice 2

    2075 Eagle Landing Blvd

    North Charleston, SC 29406

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    Dr. David Powell's Practice 3

    2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr

    Charleston, SC 29414

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

    Dr. Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043539406.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powell?

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

    What is Dr. David Powell's specialty?

    Dr. Powell is a Physiatrist near Charleston, SC.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is this Dr. David Powell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Powell is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Roper Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 David Powell accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. David Powell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Powell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (843) 724-2842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Powell?

    Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (843) 724-2842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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