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Pradeep Chakravarthy Bollu

Pradeep Chakravarthy Bollu, MD

Movement Disorders NeurologySleep Medicine

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Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Adults 65 and up

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Pradeep Chakravarthy Bollu

Pradeep Bollu, MD, MBA, is a graduate of Kurnool Medical College in Kurnool, India. After receiving his medical degree, he completed an internship in internal medicine and a residency in neurology at the University of Missouri in Columbia. He then completed his fellowship training in sleep medicine and is board certified in neurology, sleep medicine, electromyography and headache medicine.

Dr. Bollu is currently a member and a diplomate of American Academy of Sleep Medicine and a clinical professor of neurology with the University of South Carolina School of Medicine.

Before joining Prisma Health, he worked as faculty at the University of Missouri, supervising residents and fellows as the associate program director for the neurology residency and sleep medicine fellowship. He also served as the associate director for sleep disorders center at MU Health Care.

Bollu predominantly practices outpatient neurology at Taylor Street in Columbia, South Carolina. He sees a diverse population of patients with neurologic illnesses including chronic migraines, sleep disorders (sleep apnea, hypersomnia, narcolepsy), headaches, spasticity, dystonia and Parkinson's disease.

He offers comprehensive neurologic care along with many procedural interventions such as botulinum injection therapy (for migraines, dystonia, spasticity, etc.), deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy, duopa infusion therapy, nerve blocks for headaches and trigger point injections.

Dr. Bollu has numerous peer-reviewed articles, case reports and book chapters. He is the editor of the book Neurochemistry in Clinical Practice, and is co-editor of the book Sleep Issues in Neuromuscular Diseases.

Publications

Neurochemistry in Clinical Practice recently published by Pradeep Bollu, MD. This is Dr. Bollu's second book. 

Nagarajan E, Bollu PC, Manjamalai S, Yelam A, Qureshi AI. White Matter Hyperintensities in Patients with Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine. J Neuroimaging. 2019 Jul 15. doi: 10.1111/jon.12656. PubMed PMID: 31304994.

Nagarajan E, Digala LP, Sivaraman M, Bollu PC. Is Magnetic Resonance Imaging Diffusion Restriction of the Optic Disc Head a New Marker for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension? J Neurosci Rural Pract. 2020 Jan;11(1):170-174. doi:10.1055/s-0039-3402621. Epub 2019 Dec 27. PubMed PMID: 32140023; PubMed Central PMCID: PMC7055610.

Akriti Sinha, MD, Trenton J. Smolik, MD; Kamalika Roy, MD; and Pradeep C. Bollu, MD. Neuropsychiatric Manifestations of Autoimmune Encephalitis in a Tertiary Hospital: A Case Series and Current Perspectives –The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.

Bollu PC, Kaur H. Sleep Medicine: Insomnia and Sleep. Mo Med. 2019 Jan-Feb;116(1):68-75.

Bollu PC, Yelam A, Thakkar MM. Sleep Medicine: Restless Legs Syndrome. Mo Med.2018 Jul-Aug;115(4):380-387.

More of Dr. Bollu's work can be found here.

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Locations

  1. Prisma Health Neurology – Taylor St.
  2. Prisma Health Neurology – Richland
    • 8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 420, Columbia, SC 29203
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Expertise

Education

  • Medical School: Government General Hospital-Kurnool Medical College
  • Residency: University of Missouri at Columbia School of Medicine, Neurology
  • Fellowship: University of Missouri at Columbia School of Medicine, Sleep Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Sleep Medicine: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Insurance

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Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

413 ratings, 66 reviews

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

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

    Great doctor No complaints

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

    Same as you are doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    The care provided is in every excellent. I am very grateful to have found Dr. Bollu, a caring, wise, and professional doctor. Even though he has a very busy practice, he always seems to have all the time in the world for me.

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

    Was a very good visit. Dr. Bollu is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Visit was great and informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Continue to as u did that day. Knew all the hx and assisted anything we asked for info about meds and how tood

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Keep what ya,l l doing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    There was no issues i encountered during this visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    I can't think of anything, the wait was minimal, the staff friendly and professional, and Dr Bollu was knowledgeable and forthcoming on how to improve my situation. He was inquisitive to the point where he was able to provide additional help.

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

    No problems in this area.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    I consider my visit and care was excellent. I was treated with respect as a patient, which is rare in the medical environment today. Dr. Bollu has my highest respect as a physician and human being. I wish there were more doctors like him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    We found Dr. Bollu to be intelligent, thoughtful, and compassionate. Her prior neurologist (with the Lexington system) did not seem to care. After only one visit, we have a great deal of trust in Dr. Bollu and his diagnosis.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    This was my first visit to this provider. He was extremely nice but needed to ask questions to get more info about several different medical issues that I'm dealing with before prescribing a med for me to try that could negatively impact another problem. This is very troubling when seeing a dr for the first time who does not know my medical history, visit is brief, and a med is prescribed that can conflict with other issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    The office visit was a successful visit with all people involved.Dr Bollu was kind and very helpful.He talked with me and took great care of me not trying to rush me through the visit.This to me is very important and knowing he cares and concerned to help him with my Parkinson's.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    It was a good interaction with Dr Bollu

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    To improve trust and respect and offer support, you could return phone calls. Over the course of six months, I left multiple voicemails trying to make an appointment and was never able to do so until I went into the facility in person. So returning a voicemail because our call is important to you would be very helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2026

    Yes, it would have been very beneficial if we could have gotten an appointment earlier than a six-month wait. Other than that, everything was satisfactory. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    No problem

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    N/A It was a perfect Office Visit. Thanks!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    I was pleased with all aspects.

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

    Better organization of getting medication prescriptions to the correct pharmacy and to the pharmacy during the visit. Maybe have the nurse come back after the doctor and make sure everything is set up correctly?

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Quicker appointment. Way too long to see a neurologist for migraines. Aprox 2 months is ridiculous.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    Dr. Bollu said a neurosurgeon will contact to schedule a spinal tap. Have not heard from the neurosurgeon team. That was 9 days ago.

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

    Be more specific on what and when following appointments are to be

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    No changes

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    All was good and very caring respectful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Everything was great. The whole experience, the care, the whole appointment was wonderful. I don't see anything at this time that you need to improve on. The staff, the doctor, everybody was very courteous, professional, polite, and I definitely enjoy going to see Dr. Bollu and his staff, so I really appreciate everything they've done for me. Thank you.

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

    Everyone was amazing. I was respected and very much supported by both Dr. BOLLU and his ENTIRE staff!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2025

    They did a great job. I do not believe I could not get any better care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Nothing to impove , everything was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    I do need a new prescription from Dr. Bollu for Prasagaline.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    No improvement needed. A++ care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    My entire experience with Dr Bollu and his staff was fantastic. I appreciate his knowledge and him being proactive in my care plan. It is extremely reassuring knowing that your care is in such great hands. I am grateful that i was referred here. I look forward to working with Dr Bollu.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Stop double-booking your Doctors!!! You are robbing the patient time with their Doctor. Since you only allocate 12-15 minutes/patient in the first place, when double-booking, that time is cut in half...Not fair to the Doctor or the patient and logic would tell one that it's all about the bottom line.

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

    Everything is wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Did a great job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    it is difficult to get in touch with the practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Keep up the good work. Do not change anything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    Administrative staff, particularly check out staff could be friendly and say least try to give the impression that they are happy to have work. She was, however, patient with me adds I entered new appointment data.

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

    The staff is always very friendly and helpful and the doctor is as well. I don't have any suggestions, but thank you for asking.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Honestly with the care and curiosity that I received during visit not sure how much more could be gained. Appointment was at 10am and got there about 15 minutes early and was taken straight back seen doctor and less than 45 minutes later was checking out. You can't go to McDonald's drive thru and get in and out that quick. Seriously I have NO COMPLAINTS whatsoever.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Everyone can improve on what they say and do, even myself. I was very well respected and I hope I was too!!! Thanks for your time and service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/4/2025

    No additional recommendations. Medical assistant and physician are a very good team!

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

    I don't think that I could add anything to make my experience any better.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    You can't improve PERFECTION. :)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Check out person could be more personable and friendly. She is very detached towards people coming out to check out and providing up coming appointments.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    I am very pleased with my provider's care. He genuinely listens to me. I feel valued as his patient.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    -offered natural and/or holistic options to supplement care -have an appointment time available at the desk within the period the doctor recommended -more staffing and responsiveness to mychart messaging Thankful for the quick appointment and very good care we received from Dr Bollu!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    I was supposed to have Botox injections, but someone in the Prisma system did not order the Botox nor did they get approval from my insurance company. Therefore, I waited five months for this visit and could not receive my botox injections... Now I have to wait until they get approval for my injections that I normally get every three months. The "PRISMA" system is the problem, not the doctor or the nurse! Dr Bollu and his nurse are excellent! That's the only reason I keep coming back is because of them, certainly not Prisma Health!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Dr. Bollu has my complete trust and respect. I am always treated with respect and my questions are always answered. He is hands down the best physician I have ever had. Very caring. He listens.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    I waited in my exam room 1 hour 15 minutes past my appointment. Office did not appear to be that busy. No one bothered to come in and let me know why I was waiting so long. This is the 2nd time this has occurred

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Stop double-booking your Doctors

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Perfect care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    I don't really have a suggestion! Excellent visit!

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

    I was supposed to have had a sleep study done prior to this visit, but it was never set up. So that while The visit itself was fine, except for a long wait beforehand, it was essentially a wasted trip since I had not had to sleep study that this was supposed to be a follow-up for, and I did not know that either. A missed link...

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    My prescription was called into the wrong pharmacy but I was able to get it straight. I am very happy with the treatment I have received at Prisma Neurology

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

    None, everyone is extremely nice and helpful here!

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

    N/A Everything was apprioiate. Thanks!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    I had the best office visit I had ever had from the check in to being taken to the waiting room and Dr Bollu was the best listening to my concerns and very respectful/caring thank you Prisma Health for exceptional care?

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

    Faster MyChart response, send medication to correct pharmacy, 11-12 medications is a task to keep filled which I fill my medication box up once a week. AM, Noon and PM medication boxes.

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

    Not sure. Dr. Bollu did a great job explaining things to me about the sleep study.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    Nothing, Great staff .

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

    Everything was done great.

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

    Allow the doctor to spend more time with me as the patient.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    Dr. Bollu said he was going to recommend me to an endocrinologist. I never got clarification as to whether or not he was supposed to tell me what was going to be, which he didn't, or whether or not he was going to check with someone and then have their office call me. And I called the office and got no response in 24 hours, as it was suggested I should get a response. So at this point, I don't know if I'm going to see an endocrinologist. I don't know if someone's been picked out. I don't know if I want someone to be referred to me, and I will expect a call from a doctor's office, so I don't know. As an elderly person, I really get concerned about those little things, and I'm still getting used to South Carolina's treatment plans and referral system. So after 20 months, I'm kind of a little concerned

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

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