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Dr. Gary Hals, MD

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Gary Hals, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hals completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Hals is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hals’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hals’s office at (803) 434-6690.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine

    Is Dr. Hals board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Hals, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hals speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hals treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hals 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. Hals. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Hals perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gary Hals may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hals' office.

    Does Dr. Hals accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hals accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-6690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hals' office located?

    Dr. Gary Hals' Primary Practice

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 434-6690

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    Dr. Gary Hals' Practice 2

    3 Medical Park Ste 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

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

    Dr. Hals's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780655456.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hals?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Hals's specialty?

    Dr. Hals is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Hals to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Hals affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hals is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey 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

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    Is Gary Hals accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Hals is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Hals offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hals's office at (803) 434-6690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Hals?

    Please contact Dr. Hals's office at (803) 434-6690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Hals have?

    Dr. Gary Hals is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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