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Dr. Lauren Powell, DO

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Powell, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Lauren Powell, DO is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Powell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Powell’s office at (504) 899-9511.

    What languages does Dr. Powell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Powell typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Powell 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. Powell. 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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • HIV
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Infection
    • Cytomegalovirus Infection
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant CMV infection
    • CMV in newborns
    • Neonatal cytomegalovirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P351: Congenital cytomegalovirus infection

    What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Powell typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Powell may include:

    Please contact Dr. Powell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Powell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Powell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 899-9511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Powell accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Powell in Charleston, 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Powell's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Powell's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (504) 899-9511

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    Dr. Lauren Powell's Practice 2

    2250 Mall Dr

    North Charleston, SC 29406

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

    Dr. Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750743944.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powell?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Powell's specialty?

    Dr. Powell is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Charleston, SC.

    What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?

    A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.

    Is this Dr. Lauren Powell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Powell is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist. Explore 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 Lauren Powell accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Powell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Powell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (504) 899-9511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Powell?

    Please contact Dr. Powell's office at (504) 899-9511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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