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Summary
Dr. Promila Rao is an internal medicine physician with three decades of experience caring for patients in Columbia, South Carolina. She earned her medical degree from Christian Medical College Ludhiana and completed her residency training at Palmetto Health. Her extensive background in internal medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for adult patients with various health conditions. Dr. Rao communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Columbia, including Prisma Health Richland Hospital and MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown. She has hospital affiliations with Palmetto Health Richland Hospital. Her clinical expertise focuses on managing chronic kidney disease and various stages of kidney-related conditions. She frequently performs essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and creatinine clearance tests to monitor kidney function and overall health.
Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Columbia, including Prisma Health Richland Hospital and MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown. She has hospital affiliations with Palmetto Health Richland Hospital. Her clinical expertise focuses on managing chronic kidney disease and various stages of kidney-related conditions. She frequently performs essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and creatinine clearance tests to monitor kidney function and overall health.
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Quick Facts
- 30 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Palmetto Health
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Promila Bhatty Rao has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 30 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, French, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Columbia , SC | West Columbia , SC | Myrtle Beach , SC | Columbia , SC |
| Med School: Christian Medical College Ludhiana | Med School: Wayne State University | Med School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Promila Bhatty Rao has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Promila Bhatty Rao has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
Dr. Promila Bhatty Rao 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 Palmetto Health.
Medical School
Graduated from Christian Medical College Ludhiana in 1996.
NPI Number
Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1518943000.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Promila Rao's office located?
- Dr. Promila Rao's office is located at 5 Richland Medical Park Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Promila Rao affiliated with?
- Dr. Promila Rao is affiliated with Palmetto Health Richland Hospital.
- Does Dr. Promila Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Promila Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Promila Rao accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Promila Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Promila Rao accepting new patients?
- Dr. Promila Rao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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