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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcquaid, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. Dr. Mcquaid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcquaid’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcquaid’s office at (843) 797-7000.
What languages does Dr. Mcquaid speak?
Dr. Mcquaid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcquaid typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mcquaid 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. Mcquaid. 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:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mcquaid typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mcquaid's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mcquaid accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcquaid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 797-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcquaid accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Mcquaid in 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. Mcquaid's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid's Primary Practice
9330 Medical Plaza Dr
Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 797-7000
What is Dr. Mcquaid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcquaid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427679737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcquaid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcquaid
What is Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid's specialty?
Dr. Mcquaid is a 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 this Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcquaid is affiliated with Trident Medical Center, Musc Health University 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
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Is Alexandra Mcquaid accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Mcquaid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcquaid's office at (843) 797-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Mcquaid?
Please contact Dr. Mcquaid's office at (843) 797-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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