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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kowal, Obstetrician in Florence, SC?
Dr. Edward Kowal, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Florence, SC. Dr. Kowal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowal’s office at (843) 777-7400.
What languages does Dr. Kowal speak?
Dr. Kowal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Kowal typically treat?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Kowal 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. Kowal. 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:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3492: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, 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:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Kowal typically perform?
As an Obstetrician, Dr. Kowal 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. Kowal. 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:
- 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:
- Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After Birth Care
- Maternity Follow-up
- Postnatal Care
CPT Codes:
- 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Does Dr. Kowal accept my insurance?
Dr. Kowal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 777-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kowal accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Kowal in Florence, 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
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of South Carolina
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kowal's office located?
Dr. Edward Kowal's Primary Practice
101 William H Johnson St Ste 500
Florence, SC 29506
(843) 777-7400
What is Dr. Kowal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kowal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144630690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kowal
What is Dr. Edward Kowal's specialty?
Dr. Kowal is a Obstetrician near Florence, SC.
What does an Obstetrician do?
A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.
Is this Dr. Edward Kowal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kowal is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Edward Kowal accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Edward Kowal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Kowal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kowal's office at (843) 777-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Kowal?
Please contact Dr. Kowal's office at (843) 777-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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