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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lancaster, Clinical Geneticist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Kristen Lancaster, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lancaster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lancaster’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lancaster’s office at (843) 792-6735.
What languages does Dr. Lancaster speak?
Dr. Lancaster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lancaster treat?
As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Lancaster 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. Lancaster. 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.
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate
- Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- Split Palate
- Palatoschisis
- Roof of Mouth Cleft
- One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
- Single Cleft Lip and Palate
- Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
- One-sided Cleft Lip
- Single Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip on One Side
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
- Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
- Q369: Cleft lip, unilateral
Also known as:
- Other Genetic Syndrome
- Facial Birth Defects
- Other Specific Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
- Uncommon Congenital Syndromes
- Craniofacial Anomalies
- Congenital Facial Syndromes
- Rare Congenital Anomalies
- Uncommon Birth Malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified
- Q870: Congenital malformation syndromes predominantly affecting facial appearance
- Q898: Other specified congenital malformations
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Chromosomal Abnormality
- 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome
- Genetic Disorder
- 22q11.2 deletion syndrome
- Genetic Chromosome Disorder
- Chromosome Problem
- Aneuploidy
- Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome
- DiGeorge Syndrome
- Catch 22 Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified
- Q9381: Velo-cardio-facial syndrome
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Family history of other specified Condition
- Family History
- Inherited health risks
- Genetic predisposition to certain conditions
- Family history of specific illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8489: Family history of other specified conditions
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- Achondroplasia
- Dwarfism
- Hypochondroplasia
- Short-Limb Dwarfism
- ACH
- Bone Growth Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q774: Achondroplasia
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lancaster perform as a Clinical Geneticist?
As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristen Lancaster may include:
- Biochemical Genetics Consultation
- Biochemical Genetics Follow Up
- Enzyme Replacement Therapy
- Genetic Testing
- Metabolic Assessment and Management
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lancaster's office.
Does Dr. Lancaster accept my insurance?
Dr. Lancaster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-6735 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lancaster accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Lancaster 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
Cigna
Department of Defense / Tricare
Independence Blue Cross
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lancaster's office located?
Dr. Kristen Lancaster's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-6735
What is Dr. Lancaster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lancaster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508398025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lancaster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lancaster
What is Dr. Kristen Lancaster's specialty?
Dr. Lancaster is a Clinical Geneticist near Charleston, SC. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Lancaster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristen Lancaster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lancaster 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 Kristen Lancaster accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Lancaster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Lancaster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lancaster's office at (843) 792-6735 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Lancaster?
Please contact Dr. Lancaster's office at (843) 792-6735 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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