Summary

Dr. Ratnakishore Pallapothu is a surgeon who specializes in bariatric surgery, focusing on weight loss procedures to help patients achieve healthier lives. He earned his medical degree from Guntur Medical College and completed his residency training at the University at Buffalo. With 29 years of medical experience, Dr. Pallapothu has developed extensive expertise in surgical treatments for weight management. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Pallapothu practices at Lourdes Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating obesity and being overweight, along with pediatric obesity cases in younger patients. He also addresses hypertension that often accompanies weight-related health concerns. Dr. Pallapothu performs various surgical procedures and diagnostic tests, including sedation management and pathology evaluations. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.2
  • 29 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University At Buffalo
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 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

Ratnakishore Pallapothu

1850 Laurel StColumbia, SC 29201
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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SurgerySurgeryPlastic SurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients
3.2 
29 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Columbia , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: Guntur Medical College Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ratnakishore Pallapothu

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

Medical Specialties

Ratnakishore Pallapothu has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ratnakishore Pallapothu has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Bariatric Surgeon
  • General Surgeon
  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Ratnakishore Pallapothu 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 University At Buffalo.

Medical School

Graduated from Guntur Medical College in 1998 and GUNTUR MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1997.

NPI Number

Ratnakishore Pallapothu's NPI number is 1629228549.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ratnakishore Pallapothu accepting new patients?
Ratnakishore Pallapothu has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Ratnakishore Pallapothu accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ratnakishore Pallapothu accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Ratnakishore Pallapothu affiliated with?
Ratnakishore Pallapothu is affiliated with Lourdes Hospital.
Does Ratnakishore Pallapothu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Ratnakishore Pallapothu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Ratnakishore Pallapothu speak?
Ratnakishore Pallapothu speaks English.

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