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Who is Dr. Ramasamy, Internist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Poornema Ramasamy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramasamy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramasamy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramasamy’s office at (803) 434-8090.
Is Dr. Ramasamy board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Poornema Ramasamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ramasamy speak?
Dr. Ramasamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Ramasamy treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ramasamy 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. Ramasamy. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
- Other Vein Disorder
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
- Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness
- Specific Vein Conditions
- Uncommon Vein Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity
- I878: Other specified disorders of veins
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
- Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Cor Pulmonale
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2781: Cor pulmonale (chronic)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Ramasamy perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Poornema Ramasamy may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ramasamy's office.
Does Dr. Ramasamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramasamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-8090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramasamy accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ramasamy 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. Ramasamy's office located?
Dr. Poornema Ramasamy's Primary Practice
14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 320
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-8090
What is Dr. Ramasamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramasamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902920978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramasamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramasamy
What is Dr. Poornema Ramasamy's specialty?
Dr. Ramasamy is a Internist near Columbia, SC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ramasamy to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Poornema Ramasamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramasamy is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist 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 Poornema Ramasamy accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Poornema Ramasamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Poornema Ramasamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramasamy's office at (803) 434-8090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Poornema Ramasamy?
Please contact Dr. Ramasamy's office at (803) 434-8090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Poornema Ramasamy have?
Dr. Poornema Ramasamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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