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Dr. Joseph Cantey, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cantey, Infectious Disease Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Joseph Cantey, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cantey graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Grady Mem Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Urology; Grady Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Cantey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cantey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cantey’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Grady Mem Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Grady Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine; Grady Mem Hosp, Urology; Grady Mem Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Grady Meml Hospital Atlanta Va | Emory University School of Medicine Program

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

    Is Dr. Cantey board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Cantey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cantey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cantey typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Cantey 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. Cantey. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    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:

    • Bacterial Infection
    • Bacterial Disease
    • Germ Infection
    • Microbial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Mycobacterial Infection
    • Atypical Mycobacterial Infection
    • NTM Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A319: Mycobacterial infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peritoneal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Abdominal abscess
    • Intra-abdominal abscess
    • Pus pocket in abdomen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K651: Peritoneal abscess

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cantey typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Cantey may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cantey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cantey 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. Cantey accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Cantey 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

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cantey's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Cantey's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. Joseph Cantey's Practice 2

    PO Box

    Georgetown, SC 29442

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

    Dr. Cantey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073621926.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cantey?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Cantey's specialty?

    Dr. Cantey is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Charleston, SC.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Cantey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cantey is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health Lancaster 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Joseph Cantey accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Cantey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Cantey offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Cantey?

    Please contact Dr. Cantey's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Cantey have?

    Dr. Joseph Cantey is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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