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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cassada, Internist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ronald Cassada is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cassada is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cassada’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cassada’s office at (803) 434-4153.
What languages does Dr. Cassada speak?
Dr. Cassada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cassada typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cassada 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. Cassada. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cassada typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald Cassada 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
Please contact Dr. Cassada's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cassada accept my insurance?
Dr. Cassada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-4153 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cassada accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Cassada in Columbia, 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cassada's office located?
Prisma Health Medical Group Internal Medicine Cent
2435 Forest Dr
Columbia, SC 29204
(803) 434-4153
What is Dr. Cassada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cassada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346814894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cassada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cassada
What is Dr. Ronald Cassada's specialty?
Dr. Cassada is a Internist near Columbia, SC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ronald Cassada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cassada is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health University 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ronald Cassada accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Cassada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Cassada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cassada's office at (803) 434-4153 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Cassada?
Please contact Dr. Cassada's office at (803) 434-4153 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Cassada
Prisma Health Medical Group Internal Medicine Cent
2435 Forest Dr
Columbia, SC 29204