KC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz Morel, Critical Care Internist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Karla Cruz Morel, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. Dr. Cruz Morel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz Morel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz Morel’s office at (803) 545-5350.
What languages does Dr. Cruz Morel speak?
Dr. Cruz Morel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Cruz Morel typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Cruz Morel 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. Cruz Morel. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension from Left Heart Disease
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- PAH
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs due to Heart Failure
- Left-Sided Heart Disease Pulmonary Hypertension
- Heart-Related Lung Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2722: Pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Cruz Morel typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karla Cruz Morel may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Cruz Morel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cruz Morel accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruz Morel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 545-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz Morel accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Cruz Morel in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Cruz Morel's office located?
Dr. Karla Cruz Morel's Primary Practice
1 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 300
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 545-5350
What is Dr. Cruz Morel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cruz Morel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528346830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz Morel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruz Morel
What is Dr. Karla Cruz Morel's specialty?
Dr. Cruz Morel is a Critical Care Internist near Columbia, SC.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Karla Cruz Morel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz Morel is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Karla Cruz Morel accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Karla Cruz Morel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Cruz Morel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz Morel's office at (803) 545-5350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Cruz Morel?
Please contact Dr. Cruz Morel's office at (803) 545-5350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Critical Care Internist Near Columbia, SC
SR
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Subash Regmi, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Columbia, SC
AG
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Abhinav Gupta, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified.
Columbia, SC
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. William Owens, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified.
Columbia, SC