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Dr. Garrett Clanton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Columbia, SC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clanton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Garrett Clanton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Clanton graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Clanton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clanton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clanton’s office at (803) 434-1663.

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

    • Residency: Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, Emergency Medicine | St Francis Mc University Ill | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Clanton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Garrett Clanton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Clanton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clanton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Clanton 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. Clanton. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Clanton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Garrett Clanton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Clanton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clanton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-1663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clanton accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Clanton in Columbia, 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

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Clanton's office located?

    Dr. Garrett Clanton's Primary Practice

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (803) 434-1663

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    Dr. Garrett Clanton's Practice 2

    129 N Washington St

    Sumter, SC 29150

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

    Dr. Clanton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013022482.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clanton?

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

    What is Dr. Garrett Clanton's specialty?

    Dr. Clanton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Garrett Clanton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clanton is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Duke University 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Garrett Clanton accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Garrett Clanton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Garrett Clanton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clanton's office at (803) 434-1663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Garrett Clanton?

    Please contact Dr. Clanton's office at (803) 434-1663 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Clanton's office located?

    Dr. Clanton's offices are located in Columbia, SC and Sumter, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Garrett Clanton have?

    Dr. Garrett Clanton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.