Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
124 Sunset Court, 
West Columbia, SC 

Overview

Nitin Nigam is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in West Columbia, South Carolina.

Dr. Nigam is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

Dr. Nigam is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nigam is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Banaras Hindu University

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in MI

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Hospital Affiliations

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alliant Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
  • HMO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Palmetto Retina Center–West Columbia
124 Sunset Court, West Columbia, SC 29169
Other Locations
Palmetto Retina Center–Aiken
410 University Parkway, Suite 2360, Aiken, SC 29801

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nitin Nigam

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nitin Nigam?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Nitin Nigam by calling their office at 803-931-0077. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nitin Nigam a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nitin Nigam is classified as an Advanced expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nitin Nigam specialize in?

While Dr. Nitin Nigam is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Nitin Nigam participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nitin Nigam has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Nitin Nigam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nitin Nigam accept my insurance?

Dr. Nitin Nigam accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 803-931-0077 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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