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James Oware Ampadu

James Oware Ampadu, MD

Heart FailureCardiology

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About James Oware Ampadu

James Ampadu, MD, is a cardiologist with special interests including cardiogenic shock management-temporary and durable, left ventricular device therapies and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, racial disparities within cardiology, heart failure and cognition, cardiac amyloidosis, and reducing heart failure readmissions.

Dr. Ampadu earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri. He also completed a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri and a fellowship in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology at the University of California in San Diego.

Dr. Ampadu is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in the following two areas: internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Ampadu is a member in the following professional associations: American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, and the Heart Failure Society of America.

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Locations

  1. Prisma Health Cardiology – Newberry
  2. Prisma Health Cardiology–Northeast Medical Park
    • 1120 Roberts Branch Parkway, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29203
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  3. Prisma Health Advanced Heart Health Center
  4. Prisma Health Cardiology – Sumter
  5. Prisma Health Cardiology – Sumter
  6. PH Medical Office Building Sunset – Cardiology

Expertise

Education

  • Medical School: University of Illinois at Peoria-College of Medicine
  • Fellowship: University of California Medical Center San Diego, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
  • Fellowship: St. Louis University Hospital, Cardiovascular Disease
  • Residency: St. Louis University Hospital, Internal Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology: American Board of Internal Medicine

Insurance

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Search plans
  • Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
  • Absolute Total Care (Centene)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
  • BCBS
  • BCBS Blue Essentials
  • BCBS PPC
  • BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
  • BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
  • BlueChoice Health Plan
  • BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
  • BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • CorVel Workers Compensation
  • Evernorth Behavioral Health
  • FirstHealth (Aetna)
  • Healthy Connections
  • Humana - Healthy Horizons
  • Humana Choice Care
  • Humana Medicare
  • Liberty Advantage
  • Logistics Health
  • Magellan
  • MedCost
  • Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
  • Molina
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan/PHCS
  • NHC Advantage
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Promise Health Plan
  • SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
  • Select Health Medicare
  • Select Heath (First Choice)
  • Spectera
  • TriCare
  • UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
  • Wellcare (Centene)

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

386 ratings, 55 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.

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    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    My concerns were not addressed to my satisfaction. Instead of this office helping me, 8 had to go elsewhere to get what I needed even though I contacted them repeatedly. I feel like addressing my concerns resulted in 3xcuses that helps no one. I'm very disappointed in the service I received

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    They were great. They addressed all my issues

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    I trust my doctor whole heartedly!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Everyone was pleasant and friendly!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    More efficient parking I had to drive around 35 minutes trying to find a place to park ! The Concierge's were backed up they couldn't park anymore cars the parking garage was full I was very upset I have been coming here for years and I have never had this kind of experience. The staff inside could not tell me what to do the staff outside said I could not leave my car to go sign in so I was left to keep riding around until someone left.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Everything was fine

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Staff is very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    I was very pleased with my visit and have no father comments at this time. Please keep up the great work. Thanks!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    You've Went Above The Call Of Duty, I Appreciate How Everyone Work Together In Unity. Thank You I'm Very Much So Pleased With My Doctor And His Care Team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    You'll did good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    nothing else.I had full respect n courtesy That could be given.Everyone was very Nice and respective to me..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    My visit was excellent. concerned friendly caring people took care of me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Fantastic care

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Less new people on treatment team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Everything was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Every thing I stated I was very impressed. Thanks

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    great people! everything is just fine

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    Everything went well with my our first visit continue to keep up the good work.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Absolutely nothing else . I was very happy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Service was great! No additional recommendations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Keep doing what you do

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Very good visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Everything was well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    my visit was without any problems.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    I simply cannot think of anything at this time. Everyone was very courteous & professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Great customer service and provider care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    I'm really glad that I have Dr. James os my provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    They treated me like I was supposed to be treated . They showed me love I no I'm in good hands thank y'all so much

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Teaching the nurse technician how to draw blood properly or not at all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    I love everyone there. All so friendly. Everything was explained to me in plain English. Everyone is always do pleasant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    Can't think of anything that needs to change.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    Stay Just The Way You Are, Please Don't Change, Im Proud To Be Taken Care Of By Such A Great Team.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/24/2025

    The medical staff are new and did their best I think.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    A little more communication between doctor and myself about what is wrong and I'm how are going to correct what is wrong.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    Y'all are the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Everything went well nothing bad at all just need help getting medicine lower at Walmart the price was out of sight I cannot afford $800 for one bottle of medicine that all have a wonderful day

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    I don't have any complaints. The staff is very, very courteous and good bedside manners and professionalism. I really feel safe and wanted when I go there. Good bedside manners and whatever y'all doing, keep up the good work. I have nothing bad to say about nothing and nobody. Great experience, great job. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    Keep doing what you:re doing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    I had a great visit with my doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I was very satisfied with my visit,and the staff!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    All was okay

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Everything was fine! The Doctor and staff was very understanding! I feel very comfortable with everyone!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    You guys have all my support and trust. It's one thing, everything we spoke about due to email. Everybody's all up on the same level. Besides that, everyone's great. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    The nurse who took my vitals wasn't friendly or cordial at all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2025

    Outstanding nurses and Doctor. I received and have always received great care from these people. Don't change a thing!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    Continue with the excellent work.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Heart conditions seem complex to us although routine to staff, so maybe they could share a little more information, detail with us.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/3/2025

    The visit was perfect

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2025

    Just keep doing a outstanding job that you are doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2025

    Dr Ampadu has literally saved my life and is the best Dr I've ever had. He is also knowledgeable in other areas of the body besides my heart. He also cares about my personal well-being and my mental health. His nurses are the same.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    I have had several of these echocarogram appointment and I have always been treated well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    Nothing. Everything was done thoroughly and professionally.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    I cannot think of any other support that could be offered at this time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Keep being very professional and caring that they are doing. They all are awesome.

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