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Who is Dr. Mereddy, Hospitalist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Greeshma Mereddy is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC. Dr. Mereddy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mereddy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mereddy’s office at (803) 936-7372.
What languages does Dr. Mereddy speak?
Dr. Mereddy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mereddy typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mereddy 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. Mereddy. 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 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
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:
- 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mereddy typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Greeshma Mereddy may include:
Please contact Dr. Mereddy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mereddy accept my insurance?
Dr. Mereddy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-7372 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mereddy accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Mereddy in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
JPS Connection
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mereddy's office located?
Dr. Greeshma Mereddy's Primary Practice
2720 Sunset Blvd
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-7372
What is Dr. Mereddy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mereddy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609370048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mereddy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mereddy
What is Dr. Greeshma Mereddy's specialty?
Dr. Mereddy is a Hospitalist near West Columbia, 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 this Dr. Greeshma Mereddy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mereddy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: John Peter Smith Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Greeshma Mereddy accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Greeshma Mereddy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Greeshma Mereddy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mereddy's office at (803) 936-7372 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Greeshma Mereddy?
Please contact Dr. Mereddy's office at (803) 936-7372 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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