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Dr. John Ferguson, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ferguson, Family Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. John Ferguson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ferguson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferguson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferguson’s office at (843) 763-3700.

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

      Is Dr. Ferguson board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. John Ferguson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Ferguson speak?

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

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ferguson typically treat?

      As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ferguson 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. Ferguson. 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:

      • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
      • Diabetes Type 2
      • Hyperglycemia
      • Type 2 diabetes
      • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
      • High Blood Glucose
      • High Sugar Levels

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

      Also known as:

      • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
      • Chronic Kidney Disease
      • Heart Failure
      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
      • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

      Also known as:

      • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
      • Heart Failure
      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertensive Heart Failure
      • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

      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:

      • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
      • Paralysis
      • Stroke
      • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
      • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
      • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
      • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

      Also known as:

      • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
      • Health Screening
      • Mammography
      • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
      • Mammograms
      • Breast X-ray
      • Breast Cancer Check

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

      Also known as:

      • ADHD, Combined Type
      • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
      • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
      • Combined ADHD
      • Typical ADHD

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z23: Encounter for immunization

      What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ferguson typically perform?

      As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Ferguson may include:

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

      Does Dr. Ferguson accept my insurance?

      Dr. Ferguson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 763-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Ferguson accept in Charleston, SC?

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

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

      • Carepoint Health

      • Cigna Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Ferguson's office located?

      Dr. John Ferguson's Primary Practice

      2270 Ashley Crossing Dr Ste 170

      Charleston, SC 29414

      (843) 763-3700

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      Dr. John Ferguson's Practice 2

      2550 Elms Center Rd

      North Charleston, SC 29406

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      Dr. John Ferguson's Practice 3

      435 N Cedar St

      Summerville, SC 29483

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

      Dr. Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952562969.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferguson?

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

      What is Dr. John Ferguson's specialty?

      Dr. Ferguson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Charleston, SC.

      What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

      Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

      Is this Dr. John Ferguson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Ferguson is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital, Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, Roper 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 John Ferguson accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

      Yes, Dr. John Ferguson is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. John Ferguson offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (843) 763-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with John Ferguson?

      Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (843) 763-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. John Ferguson have?

      Dr. John Ferguson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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