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Psychiatry

Ramesh Gihwala, MD

Sees patients in Columbia, SC · Charlotte, NC · Gastonia, NC · South Carolina, North Carolina

Summary

Ramesh Gihwala, MD (Psychiatry) is enrolled with Medicare at 4 practice locations in Columbia, SC, Charlotte, NC and Gastonia, NC. NPI 1447200183. Medicare data says the clinician accepts Medicare assignment. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Ramesh Gihwala, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

PsychiatryPrimary specialty
YesAccepts Medicare assignment
YesOffers telehealth
41Years since medical school (graduated 1985)
MaleGender (as listed)
Amara Wellness Services IncGroup practice (+1 more)

Quick answers

Where does Ramesh Gihwala see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 4 practice locations, including Columbia, SC, Charlotte, NC and Gastonia, NC. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Ramesh Gihwala's specialty?
Medicare lists Psychiatry as the primary specialty.
Does Ramesh Gihwala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Ramesh Gihwala accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
Does Ramesh Gihwala offer telehealth?
Medicare's clinician data says Ramesh Gihwala offers telehealth services. Ask the office which visits can be done by video or phone.
What is the phone number for Ramesh Gihwala?
(803) 590-8623, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
What is Ramesh Gihwala's NPI number?
1447200183. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Ramesh Gihwala is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

Group practices

Medicare enrollment lists Ramesh Gihwala as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • Amara Wellness Services Inc3 clinicians in the group
  • Hopefull Counseling and Psychiatry LLC2 clinicians in the group

Specialties

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Other psychiatrists in Columbia

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Columbia, SC — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Graduation year1985
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentAccepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment)
TelehealthOffers telehealth services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1447200183
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians