Summary

Dr. Nihar Patel is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 27 years to providing comprehensive care for adults with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pikeville - Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received training in osteopathic medicine's whole-person approach to healthcare. His extensive experience in internal medicine allows him to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions affecting adults.

Dr. Patel practices at Trident Medical Center in North Charleston, South Carolina, and maintains affiliations with MUSC Health Medical University of South Carolina Rehabilitation Hospital. He specializes in caring for patients with kidney disease, including those with chronic kidney disease and advanced stage 5 kidney disease. His expertise includes performing chest X-rays and chest fluoroscopy for diagnostic purposes, as well as providing dialysis treatments for patients with kidney failure. Patients consistently rate him highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Trident Medical Center Llc

9330 Medical Plaza DrN Charleston, SC 29406

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Med School: University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Universidade De Lisboa Faculdade De Medicina Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nihar H Patel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nihar H Patel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nihar H Patel has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Nihar H Patel holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003 and PIKEVILLE COLLEGE SCHOOL OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Patel's NPI number is 1861416281.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Nihar Patel affiliated with?
Dr. Nihar Patel is affiliated with Musc Health Medical University Of South Carolina Rehabilitation Hospital.
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