32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hilliard, Emergency Medicine Specialist in North Charleston, SC?
Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Hilliard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hilliard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hilliard’s office at (843) 552-4240.
What languages does Dr. Hilliard speak?
Dr. Hilliard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hilliard typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hilliard 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. Hilliard. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hilliard typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hilliard 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. Hilliard. 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:
- Non-Surgical Wrist Fracture Treatment
- Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Closed Distal Radial Fracture Treatment
- Colles Fracture Treatment
- Smith Fracture Treatment
- Ulnar Styloid Fracture Treatment
- Phalanx Fracture Treatment
- Closed Finger Fracture Care
- Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair
CPT Codes:
- 25600: Closed Treatment Of Distal Radial Fracture (Eg, Colles Or Smith Type) Or Epiphyseal Separation, Includes Closed Treatment Of Fracture Of Ulnar Styloid, When Performed; Without Manipulation
- 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Non-Surgical Treatment for Broken Hand Bone
- Closed Metacarpal Fracture Treatment
- Hand Bone Fracture Care
- Metacarpal Fracture Management without Manipulation
CPT Codes:
- 26600: Closed treatment of metacarpal fracture, single; without manipulation, each bone
Does Dr. Hilliard accept my insurance?
Dr. Hilliard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 552-4240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hilliard accept in North Charleston, SC?
Dr. Hilliard in North Charleston, 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
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hilliard's office located?
Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard's Primary Practice
8720 Dorchester Rd
North Charleston, SC 29420
(843) 552-4240
Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard's Practice 2
201 Business Center Dr
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
What is Dr. Hilliard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hilliard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346275336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hilliard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hilliard
What is Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard's specialty?
Dr. Hilliard is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near North 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 this Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hilliard is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Thomas Francis Hilliard accepting new patients in North Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Francis Hilliard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hilliard's office at (843) 552-4240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Francis Hilliard?
Please contact Dr. Hilliard's office at (843) 552-4240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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