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Dr. Curt Charnes, MD

Dr. Curt Charnes, MD

Hospitalist, Family Medicine Specialist

West Columbia, SC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Charnes, Hospitalist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Curt Charnes, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Charnes graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at Medical Center of Central Georgia. Dr. Charnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charnes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charnes’s office at (803) 936-7372.

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

    • Residency: Medical Center of Central Georgia | The Brooklyn Hospital Center

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St George',s University | Demokritos University of Thrace Department of Medicine

    Is Dr. Charnes board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Curt Charnes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Charnes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Charnes typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Charnes 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. Charnes. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Charnes typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Curt Charnes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Charnes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Charnes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Charnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-7372 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • DLP Marquette Holding Company

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Charnes' office located?

    Dr. Curt Charnes' Primary Practice

    2720 Sunset Blvd

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 936-7372

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    Dr. Curt Charnes' Practice 2

    1594 Freedom Blvd

    Florence, SC 29505

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

    Dr. Charnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588621817.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charnes?

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

    What is Dr. Curt Charnes's specialty?

    Dr. Charnes is a Hospitalist near West Columbia, SC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Curt Charnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Charnes is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Highpoint Health – Sumner With Ascension Saint Thomas, Williamson Health, Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford, Lexington Medical Center 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. Curt Charnes accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Curt Charnes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Curt Charnes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Charnes' office at (803) 936-7372 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Curt Charnes?

    Please contact Dr. Charnes' office at (803) 936-7372 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Charnes' office located?

    Dr. Charnes' offices are located in West Columbia, SC and Florence, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Curt Charnes have?

    Dr. Curt Charnes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.