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Dr. Paul Schmeltzer, MD
Greenville, SC
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schmeltzer, Transplant Hepatologist in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Paul Schmeltzer, MD is a Transplant Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Schmeltzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmeltzer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmeltzer’s office.
Is Dr. Schmeltzer board certified as a Transplant Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Schmeltzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Schmeltzer speak?
Dr. Schmeltzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schmeltzer treat?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Schmeltzer 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. Schmeltzer. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Primary biliary cholangitis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Bile Duct Disease
- Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Primary Biliary Cirrhosis)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Primary biliary cirrhosis
- PBC
- Autoimmune bile duct disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K743: Primary biliary cirrhosis
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NASH
- Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
- Fatty liver inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Infectious Disease
- Infectious Disease
- Unspecified Infection
- Various Infections
- Other Germ Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- B998: Other infectious disease
What procedures does Dr. Schmeltzer perform?
As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Schmeltzer 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. Schmeltzer. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Schmeltzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schmeltzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schmeltzer accept in Greenville, SC?
Dr. Schmeltzer in Greenville, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Agelity
Alliance Behavioral Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Schmeltzer's office located?
Dr. Paul Schmeltzer's Practice 2
11 Gateway Corners Park
Columbia, SC 29203
(704) 355-6569
What is Dr. Schmeltzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schmeltzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861671554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmeltzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schmeltzer
What is Dr. Paul Schmeltzer's specialty?
Dr. Schmeltzer is a Transplant Hepatologist near Greenville, SC. An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes. Contact Dr. Schmeltzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Schmeltzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schmeltzer is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Pelham Medical Center, Atrium Health Lincoln, Atrium Health Pineville, Atrium Health Cleveland, 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
Where can I learn more about Transplant Hepatologist?
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Is Paul Schmeltzer accepting new patients in Greenville, SC?
Yes, Dr. Paul Schmeltzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Schmeltzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schmeltzer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Schmeltzer?
Please contact Dr. Schmeltzer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Schmeltzer have?
Dr. Paul Schmeltzer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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