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Dr. Lucretia Carter

Pediatrician

Myrtle Beach, SC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carter, Pediatrician in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Lucretia Carter is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Carter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (843) 652-8440.

    Where did Dr. Carter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Howard University Medical School

    Is Dr. Carter board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lucretia Carter is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Carter speak?

    Dr. Carter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Carter typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Carter diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Carter. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Carter typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lucretia Carter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 652-8440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Carter in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

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    Where is Dr. Carter's office located?

    Dr. Lucretia Carter's Primary Practice

    2200 Crow Ln

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

    (843) 652-8440

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    Dr. Lucretia Carter's Practice 2

    4320 Holmestown Rd Ste B

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

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    What is Dr. Carter's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881642817.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carter

    What is Dr. Lucretia Carter's specialty?

    Dr. Carter is a Pediatrician near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Lucretia Carter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Lucretia Carter accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Lucretia Carter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lucretia Carter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (843) 652-8440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lucretia Carter?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (843) 652-8440 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carter's office located?

    Dr. Carter's office is located in Myrtle Beach, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lucretia Carter have?

    Dr. Lucretia Carter is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.