Summary

James Ampadu, MD, is a cardiologist with special interests including cardiogenic shock management-temporary and durable, left ventricular device therapies and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, racial disparities within cardiology, heart failure and cognition, cardiac amyloidosis, and reducing heart failure readmissions.

Dr. Ampadu earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri. He also completed a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri and a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at the University of California in San Diego.

Dr. Ampadu is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the following two areas: internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Ampadu is a member in the following professional associations: American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, and the Heart Failure Society of America.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 13 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Louis University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

James Oware Ampadu

6 Medical Park Dr Suite 2100Columbia, SC 29203
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Semmelweis University Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Oware Ampadu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
  • Absolute Total Care (Centene)
  • Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
  • BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
  • BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
  • BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
  • BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • CorVel Workers Compensation
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • FirstHealth (Aetna)
  • Healthy Connections
  • Humana - Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Choice Care
  • Liberty Advantage
  • Logistics Health
  • Magellan
  • MedCost
  • Molina Medicaid
  • NHC Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Promise Health Plan
  • SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
  • Select Health Medicare
  • Spectera
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN

Medical Specialties

James Oware Ampadu has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

James Oware Ampadu has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Advanced Heart Failure & Trnsplnt Cardio
  • Cardiologist
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Internal Medicine
  • Transplant Surgeon

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

James Oware Ampadu holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Louis University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 2013.

NPI Number

James Oware Ampadu's NPI number is 1689916157.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does James Ampadu speak?
James Ampadu speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with James Ampadu?
You can find contact information for James Ampadu here on Vitals.
Does James Ampadu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
James Ampadu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is James Ampadu's office located?
James Ampadu's office is located at 6 Medical Park Dr Suite 2100, Columbia, SC, 29203.
Which hospitals is James Ampadu affiliated with?
James Ampadu is affiliated with Saint Lukes Des Peres Hospital.

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