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Dr. Patrick Laporte, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

Columbia, SC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laporte, Anesthesiologist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Patrick Laporte, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Laporte graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Laporte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laporte’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laporte’s office at (803) 296-5137.

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

    • Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Laporte board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Laporte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Laporte speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Laporte typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Laporte 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. Laporte. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon 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
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Laporte typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Laporte 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. Laporte. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Laporte accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laporte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 296-5137 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Laporte in 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Laporte's office located?

    Dr. Patrick Laporte's Primary Practice

    5 Richland Medical Park Dr

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 296-5137

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    Dr. Patrick Laporte's Practice 2

    811 W Main St

    Lexington, SC 29072

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    Dr. Patrick Laporte's Practice 3

    2720 Sunset Blvd

    West Columbia, SC 29169

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

    Dr. Laporte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053388009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laporte?

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

    What is Dr. Patrick Laporte's specialty?

    Dr. Laporte is an Anesthesiologist near Columbia, SC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Patrick Laporte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laporte is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, 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

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    Is Dr. Patrick Laporte accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Laporte is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patrick Laporte offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Laporte's office at (803) 296-5137 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Patrick Laporte?

    Please contact Dr. Laporte's office at (803) 296-5137 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Laporte's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Laporte have?

    Dr. Patrick Laporte is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.