25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cordero, Internist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Carlos Cordero, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Cordero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cordero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cordero’s office at (803) 943-1277.
Where did Dr. Cordero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad De Los Andes
Is Dr. Cordero board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Cordero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cordero speak?
Dr. Cordero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cordero typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cordero 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. Cordero. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cordero typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Cordero 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. Cordero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cordero accept my insurance?
Dr. Cordero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 943-1277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cordero accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Cordero in West 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cordero's office located?
Dr. Carlos Cordero's Primary Practice
1053 Center St
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 943-1277
What is Dr. Cordero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cordero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952350530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cordero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cordero
What is Dr. Carlos Cordero's specialty?
Dr. Cordero is a Internist near West 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. Carlos Cordero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cordero is affiliated with Coastal Carolina Hospital, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, 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 Carlos Cordero accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Cordero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Cordero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cordero's office at (803) 943-1277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Cordero?
Please contact Dr. Cordero's office at (803) 943-1277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Cordero have?
Dr. Carlos Cordero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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