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Dr. Christine Carr, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carr, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Christine Carr, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. She is board certified. Dr. Carr graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Carr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carr’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carr’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Christine Carr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carr speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carr 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. Carr. 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:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Procedure Not Performed for Other Reasons
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient
    • Treatment cancelled (other)
    • Procedure deferred (miscellaneous)
    • Unspecified reason for no treatment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
    • Z538: Procedure and treatment not carried out for other reasons

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Carr may include:

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

    Does Dr. Carr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Carr 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Carr's office located?

    Dr. Christine Carr's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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

    Dr. Carr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649388695.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carr?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Carr's specialty?

    Dr. Carr is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Charleston, 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. Christine Carr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carr is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Trident Medical Center, Roper Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Musc Health - Orangeburg, 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 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. Christine Carr accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Carr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Carr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Carr?

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (843) 792-1414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carr's office located?

    Dr. Carr's office is located in Charleston, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Carr have?

    Dr. Christine Carr is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.