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Dr. John Fisher, MD

Dr. John Fisher, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

West Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fisher, Family Medicine Specialist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. John Fisher, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fisher completed his residency at Us Air Force Reg Hospital. Dr. Fisher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fisher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fisher’s office at (803) 739-9854.

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

    • Residency: Us Air Force Reg Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Fisher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fisher typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fisher 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. Fisher. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Vasectomy
    • Male Birth Control Surgery
    • Male Sterilization Procedure
    • Semen Analysis After Vasectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 55250: Vasectomy, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure), including postoperative semen examination(s)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Biopsy (Punch)
    • Skin Biopsy
    • Punch Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Dermal Punch Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion

    Does Dr. Fisher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fisher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 739-9854 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Fisher in West Columbia, 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 Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?

    Dr. John Fisher's Primary Practice

    3314 Platt Springs Rd

    West Columbia, SC 29170

    (803) 739-9854

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    Dr. John Fisher's Practice 2

    122 Powell Dr

    Lexington, SC 29072

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

    Dr. Fisher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285641787.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fisher?

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

    What is Dr. John Fisher's specialty?

    Dr. Fisher is a Family Medicine Specialist near West Columbia, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. John Fisher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fisher is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. John Fisher accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. John Fisher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Fisher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (803) 739-9854 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Fisher?

    Please contact Dr. Fisher's office at (803) 739-9854 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fisher's office located?

    Dr. Fisher's offices are located in West Columbia, SC and Lexington, SC.