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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hinton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Krysten Hinton, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hinton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hinton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hinton’s office at (803) 434-1663.
What languages does Dr. Hinton speak?
Dr. Hinton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hinton treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hinton 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. Hinton. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hinton perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Krysten Hinton may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hinton's office.
Does Dr. Hinton accept my insurance?
Dr. Hinton 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. Hinton accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Hinton 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
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hinton's office located?
Dr. Krysten Hinton's Primary Practice
14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-1663
What is Dr. Hinton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497370068.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hinton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hinton
What is Dr. Krysten Hinton's specialty?
Dr. Hinton is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Hinton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Krysten Hinton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hinton is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Richland 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Krysten Hinton accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Krysten Hinton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krysten Hinton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hinton's office at (803) 434-1663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krysten Hinton?
Please contact Dr. Hinton's office at (803) 434-1663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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