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Dr. Peter Zavell, MD

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zavell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Peter Zavell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zavell completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Zavell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zavell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zavell’s office at (803) 434-1663.

    Where did Dr. Zavell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx

    Is Dr. Zavell board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Zavell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zavell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zavell typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zavell 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. Zavell. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Zavell typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Zavell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zavell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zavell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-1663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Zavell in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Zavell's office located?

    Dr. Peter Zavell's Primary Practice

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 434-1663

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    Dr. Peter Zavell's Practice 2

    129 N Washington St

    Sumter, SC 29150

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    Dr. Peter Zavell's Practice 3

    3000 Saint Matthews Rd

    Orangeburg, SC 29118

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

    Dr. Zavell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154327229.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zavell?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Zavell's specialty?

    Dr. Zavell is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Peter Zavell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zavell is affiliated with Musc Health - Orangeburg, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Trident Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Lexington 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine 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 Peter Zavell accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Zavell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Zavell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zavell's office at (803) 434-1663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Zavell?

    Please contact Dr. Zavell's office at (803) 434-1663 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Zavell have?

    Dr. Peter Zavell is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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