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Dr. Rachel Sturdivant, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sturdivant, Nephrologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Rachel Sturdivant, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sturdivant graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Nephrology; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sturdivant is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sturdivant’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sturdivant’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Nephrology; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine | Medical University of South Carolina Program

    • Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sturdivant board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Sturdivant, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sturdivant speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sturdivant treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sturdivant 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. Sturdivant. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    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:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Low Potassium
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Polycystic kidney disease
    • ADPKD
    • Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
    • Adult PKD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lost kidney
    • Kidney Disease
    • Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
    • Missing kidney
    • Kidney removal
    • Nephrectomy (history of)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z905: Acquired absence of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency
    • Iron
    • Malnutrition
    • Lack of Iron
    • Low Iron Levels
    • Iron Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E611: Iron deficiency

    Which procedures does Dr. Sturdivant perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rachel Sturdivant may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sturdivant accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sturdivant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Sturdivant 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

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sturdivant's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Sturdivant's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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

    Dr. Sturdivant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225037765.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sturdivant?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Sturdivant's specialty?

    Dr. Sturdivant is a Nephrologist near Charleston, SC. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Sturdivant to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Sturdivant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sturdivant is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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 Nephrologist?

    Explore Nephrologist 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 Rachel Sturdivant accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Sturdivant is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Sturdivant offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sturdivant's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Sturdivant?

    Please contact Dr. Sturdivant's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Sturdivant have?

    Dr. Rachel Sturdivant is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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