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Dr. Shawn Charest, MD

Dr. Shawn Charest, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Conway, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Charest, Hospitalist in Conway, SC?

    Dr. Shawn Charest, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Conway, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Charest completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Charest is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charest’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charest’s office.

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

    • Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt

    What languages does Dr. Charest speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Charest typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Charest 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. Charest. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Charest typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Shawn Charest may include:

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

    Does Dr. Charest accept my insurance?

    Dr. Charest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Charest accept in Conway, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Charest's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Charest's Primary Practice

    300 Singleton Ridge Rd

    Conway, SC 29526

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    Dr. Shawn Charest's Practice 2

    555 E Cheves St

    Florence, SC 29506

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    Dr. Shawn Charest's Practice 3

    2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr

    Charleston, SC 29414

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

    Dr. Charest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659355998.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charest?

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

    What is Dr. Shawn Charest's specialty?

    Dr. Charest is a Hospitalist near Conway, SC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Shawn Charest affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Charest is affiliated with Conway Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Shawn Charest accepting new patients in Conway, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Charest is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Charest offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Charest's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Charest?

    Please contact Dr. Charest's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Charest's office located?

    Dr. Charest's offices are located in Conway, SC, Florence, SC, and Charleston, SC.