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Dr. Kottapalli Rao, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Greenville, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rao, Hospitalist in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Kottapalli Rao, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rao graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Vidant Medical Center/East Carolina University Program. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (864) 455-4411.

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

    • Residency: Vidant Medical Center/East Carolina University Program

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rao typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rao typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Kottapalli Rao may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 455-4411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Greenville, SC?

    Dr. Rao in Greenville, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Kottapalli Rao's Primary Practice

    701 Grove Rd Ste 5

    Greenville, SC 29605

    (864) 455-4411

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    Dr. Kottapalli Rao's Practice 2

    298 Memorial Dr

    Seneca, SC 29672

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    Dr. Kottapalli Rao's Practice 3

    175 Patewood Dr

    Greenville, SC 29615

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

    Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861788952.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?

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

    What is Dr. Kottapalli Rao's specialty?

    Dr. Rao is a Hospitalist near Greenville, SC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Kottapalli Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley 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

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    Is Dr. Kottapalli Rao accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kottapalli Rao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kottapalli Rao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (864) 455-4411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kottapalli Rao?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (864) 455-4411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Rao's offices are located in Greenville, SC and Seneca, SC.