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Dr. Walter Mazzei, MD

Dr. Walter Mazzei, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Walter Mazzei, MD is a cardiologist in Columbia, SC. Dr. Mazzei has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Cardiac Electrical System Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital and MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

8 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 300 Columbia, SC 29203
Telehealth available
(803) 256-6511

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Mazzei is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Mazzei is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Mazzei specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Mazzei's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mazzei

3.8

20 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
65%
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4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
30%
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
Helpful
Jul 12, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Denise – Feb 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jim Slabon – Oct 27, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Erwin W. – Sep 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Donald Vargo – Apr 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Graham in Columbia, SC – Jun 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Walter Mazzei, MD is a cardiologist in Columbia, SC. Dr. Mazzei has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Cardiac Electrical System Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

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  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
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Dr. Mazzei is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Columbia Heart Clinic8 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 300 Columbia, SC 29203
    1

    Practice

    Palmetto Health Richland5 Richland Medical Park Dr Columbia, SC 29203
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital

      400 Palmetto Health Pkwy
      Columbia, SC 29212
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prisma Health Richland Hospital

      5 Richland Medical Park Dr
      Columbia, SC 29203
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center

      800 W Meeting St
      Lancaster, SC 29720
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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