Dr. Christopher Mynster, MD

Sumter, SC

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Mynster, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sumter, SC?

Dr. Christopher Mynster, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sumter, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Mynster graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Mynster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mynster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mynster’s office at (252) 482-8451.

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

Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine | University Hospital SUNY Stony Brook | University Hospital - SUNY at Stony Brook Program
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

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

Yes, Dr. Christopher Mynster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Mynster speak?

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

English

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

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

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Pectoral pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R0789: Other chest pain

Also known as:

Nausea and Vomiting
Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
Stomach Flu Symptoms
Queasy and Vomiting

ICD-10 Codes:

R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

Also known as:

COPD Flare-Up
COPD
COPD Exacerbation
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
Worsening COPD
COPD Attack

ICD-10 Codes:

J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

Also known as:

Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Sprains and Strains
Pulled neck muscle
Cervical strain
Neck soft tissue strain

ICD-10 Codes:

S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

Also known as:

Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
Flu
Influenza with Breathing Problems
Flu with Cough
Severe Flu

ICD-10 Codes:

J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

Also known as:

Headache
Head pain
Cephalalgia
Tension headache

ICD-10 Codes:

R519: Headache, unspecified

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:

Low Back Pain
Back Pain
Lumbago
Lower Back Ache
Backache

ICD-10 Codes:

M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

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

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Mynster may include:

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

Does Dr. Mynster accept my insurance?

Dr. Mynster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 482-8451 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Mynster accept in Sumter, SC?

Dr. Mynster in Sumter, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina

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Where is Dr. Mynster's office located?

Dr. Christopher Mynster's Primary Practice

129 N Washington St

Sumter, SC 29150

(252) 482-8451

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Dr. Christopher Mynster's Practice 2

500 Jefferson St

Whiteville, NC 28472

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Dr. Christopher Mynster's Practice 3

14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350

Columbia, SC 29203

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What hospitals are Dr. Mynster affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Mynster has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital,Sumter, SC

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center,Winston-Salem, NC

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Prisma Health Richland Hospital,Columbia, SC

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Columbus Regional Healthcare System,Whiteville, NC

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Prisma Health Baptist Hospital,Columbia, SC

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Ecu Health Edgecombe Hospital,Tarboro, NC

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

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

Dr. Mynster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649381443.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mynster?

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

What is Dr. Christopher Mynster's specialty?

Dr. Mynster is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sumter, 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. Christopher Mynster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Mynster is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Ecu Health Edgecombe Hospital 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

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