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Dr. Maxcy Nowell, MD

Dr. Maxcy Nowell, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

West Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nowell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Maxcy Nowell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nowell graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Hlth Alliance, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Nowell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nowell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nowell’s office at (803) 791-2350.

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

    • Residency: Palmetto Hlth Alliance, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nowell board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Maxcy Nowell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nowell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nowell typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nowell 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. Nowell. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nowell typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maxcy Nowell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nowell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nowell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 791-2350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Nowell in West Columbia, 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nowell's office located?

    Dr. Maxcy Nowell's Primary Practice

    2720 Sunset Blvd

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 791-2350

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    Dr. Maxcy Nowell's Practice 2

    7035 Saint Andrews Rd

    Columbia, SC 29212

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    Dr. Maxcy Nowell's Practice 3

    1315 Roberts St

    Camden, SC 29020

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

    Dr. Nowell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457370454.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nowell?

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

    What is Dr. Maxcy Nowell's specialty?

    Dr. Nowell is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Columbia, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Maxcy Nowell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nowell is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Maxcy Nowell accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Maxcy Nowell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maxcy Nowell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nowell's office at (803) 791-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maxcy Nowell?

    Please contact Dr. Nowell's office at (803) 791-2350 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nowell's office located?

    Dr. Nowell's offices are located in West Columbia, SC, Columbia, SC, and Camden, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Maxcy Nowell have?

    Dr. Maxcy Nowell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.