44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stands, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. James Stands, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Stands graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Stands is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stands’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stands’s office at (803) 254-1300.
Where did Dr. Stands go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Stands board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. James Stands, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Stands speak?
Dr. Stands and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Stands treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Stands 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. Stands. 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:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Menopausal and Perimenopausal Disorder
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Menopause Symptoms
- Perimenopause Problems
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N959: Unspecified menopausal and perimenopausal disorder
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Mild Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervix Disorder
- Low-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion (LSIL)
- CIN 1
- Abnormal Pap Smear
ICD-10 Codes:
- N870: Mild cervical dysplasia
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N938: Other specified abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding
Also known as:
- Rectal Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Rectum Cancer Test
- Anal Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does Dr. Stands perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Stands 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. Stands. 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:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic Partial Hysterectomy with Tube/Ovary Removal
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Hysterectomy with Ovaries/Tubes Removed
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
- Keyhole partial hysterectomy
- Minimally invasive supracervical hysterectomy
- Laparoscopic uterus removal with ovaries/tubes
- Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH)
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy with Adnexectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with Oophorectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy with Salpingo-Oophorectomy
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58542: Laparoscopy, surgical, supracervical hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58552: Laparoscopy, surgical, with vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Colposcopy with Curettage
- Vaginal Colposcopy with Endocervical Curettage
- Cervical Exam with Tissue Sample
- Cervical Biopsy during Colposcopy
CPT Codes:
- 57456: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Lining Removal
- Endometrial Resection
- Thermoablation of Uterus
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
- 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Uterine Lining Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Uterine Biopsy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
- 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Vulva or Perineum Biopsy (One Lesion)
- Genital Skin Biopsy
- Perineal Biopsy
- Vulvar Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 56605: Biopsy of vulva or perineum (separate procedure); 1 lesion
Also known as:
- Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
- Post-void residual urine measurement
- Bladder capacity ultrasound
- Non-imaging bladder scan
CPT Codes:
- 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging
Also known as:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Does Dr. Stands accept my insurance?
Dr. Stands accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 254-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stands accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Stands 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
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Marine Engineers Benefits Association
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stands' office located?
Dr. James Stands' Primary Practice
2728 Sunset Blvd Ste 201
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 254-1300
What is Dr. Stands's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710957766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stands?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stands
What is Dr. James Stands's specialty?
Dr. Stands is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near West Columbia, SC. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Stands to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Stands affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stands is affiliated with Lexington 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
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Is James Stands accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. James Stands is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Stands offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stands's office at (803) 254-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Stands?
Please contact Dr. Stands's office at (803) 254-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Stands have?
Dr. James Stands is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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