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Dr. Rachael Cowherd

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cowherd, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Rachael Cowherd is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. She is board certified. Dr. Cowherd is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cowherd’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cowherd’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    What languages does Dr. Cowherd speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cowherd treat?

    As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Cowherd 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. Cowherd. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Second Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy
    • Late Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Third Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
    • Mid-pregnancy care
    • Second trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in mid-pregnancy
    • Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Second Trimester Care
    • Maternity Care (Second Trimester)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3401: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, first trimester
    • Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
    • Z3402: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, second trimester
    • Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Irregular Periods
    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
    • Menometrorrhagia
    • Irregular Heavy Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
    • N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Ovarian Cyst on Left Side
    • Ovarian Cyst
    • Ovarian Cysts
    • Left ovarian cyst
    • Benign left ovarian cyst
    • Left ovary fluid sac
    • Ovary Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N83202: Unspecified ovarian cyst, left side
    • N83201: Unspecified ovarian cyst, right side

    Also known as:

    • Period Pain
    • Menstrual Cramps
    • Dysmenorrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Soft Tissue Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous soft tissue growth
    • Benign connective tissue tumor
    • Soft tissue mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D219: Benign neoplasm of connective and other soft tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Postpartum Check-up
    • Postpartum Care
    • After-birth Follow-up
    • Postnatal Care Visit
    • Maternal Postpartum Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does Dr. Cowherd perform?

    As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Cowherd performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cowherd. 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:

    • Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
    • Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
    • Hysterosalpingography Prep
    • Uterine Contrast Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device removal
    • Take out IUD
    • Remove birth control device
    • IUD explant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Lining Biopsy
    • Cervical Biopsy or Lesion Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Endometrial Biopsy
    • Uterine Biopsy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling
    • Cervix Tissue Sample
    • Cervical Lesion Excision
    • Cervical Fulguration
    • Cervix Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)
    • 57500: Biopsy of cervix, single or multiple, or local excision of lesion, with or without fulguration (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
    • Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
    • Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Cervical Scraping
    • Uterine Neck Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling

    CPT Codes:

    • 57505: Endocervical curettage (not done as part of a dilation and curettage)

    Also known as:

    • Vulva or Perineum Biopsy (One Lesion)
    • Genital Skin Biopsy
    • Perineal Biopsy
    • Vulvar Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 56605: Biopsy of vulva or perineum (separate procedure); 1 lesion

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
    • LEEP Procedure
    • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
    • Cervical Conization
    • Cone Biopsy of Cervix

    CPT Codes:

    • 57522: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
    • D&C for Missed Abortion
    • Surgical Miscarriage Management
    • First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Biodegradable Drug Implant
    • Drug Delivery Device Removal
    • Permanent Drug Implant Explant
    • Non-Dissolving Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11982: Removal, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant

    Also known as:

    • Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
    • Medication Implant Placement
    • Bioresorbable Drug Implant
    • Contraceptive Implant Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)

    Does Dr. Cowherd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cowherd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Cowherd 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

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Marine Engineers Benefits Association

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cowherd's office located?

    Dr. Rachael Cowherd's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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

    Dr. Cowherd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043604374.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cowherd?

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

    What is Dr. Rachael Cowherd's specialty?

    Dr. Cowherd is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Charleston, SC. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Cowherd to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachael Cowherd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cowherd is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center, MUSC Health - Orangeburg, Trident 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

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    Is Rachael Cowherd accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Rachael Cowherd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachael Cowherd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cowherd's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachael Cowherd?

    Please contact Dr. Cowherd's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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