SJ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jenkins, Internist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Shantae Jenkins, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Jenkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jenkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jenkins’s office at (843) 574-2500.
Is Dr. Jenkins board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shantae Jenkins, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jenkins speak?
Dr. Jenkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Jenkins typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease
- Sickle Cell-Hemoglobin C Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
- Hb SC Disease
- Sickle Hemoglobin C Disease
- Hb SC Disease Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
- D5720: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease without crisis
- D57219: Sickle-cell/Hb-C disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Thalassemia
- Sickle Cell Beta Plus Thalassemia
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Thalassemia
- Beta thalassemia
- Sickle Beta Thalassemia
- Hb S/Beta Thalassemia
- Sickle Beta+ Thalassemia
- Hb S/Beta+ Thalassemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5740: Sickle-cell thalassemia without crisis
- D5744: Sickle-cell thalassemia beta plus without crisis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Jenkins typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Jenkins performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Jenkins. 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:
- Red Blood Cell Apheresis
- Therapeutic Red Blood Cell Exchange
- Red Blood Cell Removal Procedure
- Erythrocytapheresis
CPT Codes:
- 36512: Therapeutic apheresis; for red blood cells
Does Dr. Jenkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Jenkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 574-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jenkins accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Jenkins in Charleston, 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?
What is Dr. Jenkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194923094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jenkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jenkins
What is Dr. Shantae Jenkins's specialty?
Dr. Jenkins is a Internist near Charleston, 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. Shantae Jenkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jenkins is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Trident Medical Center, Colleton 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Shantae Jenkins accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Shantae Jenkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shantae Jenkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office at (843) 574-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shantae Jenkins?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office at (843) 574-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shantae Jenkins have?
Dr. Shantae Jenkins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near Charleston, SC
YP
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Yotam Papo, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations.
Charleston, SC
FI
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Franklin Irvin, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC.
Charleston, SC
TT
Interventional Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Thomas Todoran, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Charleston, SC