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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polk, Internist in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Taylor Polk, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Polk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polk’s office at (843) 848-5300.
What languages does Dr. Polk speak?
Dr. Polk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Polk typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Polk 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. Polk. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Polk typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Taylor Polk may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Polk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Polk accept my insurance?
Dr. Polk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 848-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polk accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Polk 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MHH Healthcare
Risant Health
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Polk's office located?
Dr. Taylor Polk's Primary Practice
2200 Crow Ln Ste 301
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 848-5300
What is Dr. Polk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093343584.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polk
What is Dr. Taylor Polk's specialty?
Dr. Polk is a Internist near Myrtle Beach, SC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Taylor Polk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polk is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Musc Health University 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Taylor Polk accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Yes, Dr. Taylor Polk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Taylor Polk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polk's office at (843) 848-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Taylor Polk?
Please contact Dr. Polk's office at (843) 848-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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