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Dr. Echezona Nsofor, MD

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nsofor, Hospitalist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Echezona Nsofor, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nsofor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nsofor’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nsofor’s office at (404) 756-1313.

    What languages does Dr. Nsofor speak?

    Dr. Nsofor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nsofor treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nsofor 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. Nsofor. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Nsofor perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Echezona Nsofor may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nsofor's office.

    Does Dr. Nsofor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nsofor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 756-1313 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nsofor accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Nsofor 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

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nsofor's office located?

    Dr. Echezona Nsofor's Primary Practice

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 320

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (404) 756-1313

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    Dr. Echezona Nsofor's Practice 2

    302 University Pkwy

    Aiken, SC 29801

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    Dr. Echezona Nsofor's Practice 3

    3000 Saint Matthews Rd

    Orangeburg, SC 29118

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    What is Dr. Nsofor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nsofor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033645734.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nsofor?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nsofor

    What is Dr. Echezona Nsofor's specialty?

    Dr. Nsofor is a Hospitalist near Columbia, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Nsofor to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Echezona Nsofor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nsofor is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 Echezona Nsofor accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Echezona Nsofor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Echezona Nsofor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nsofor's office at (404) 756-1313 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Echezona Nsofor?

    Please contact Dr. Nsofor's office at (404) 756-1313 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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