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22 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Terchek, Internist in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Melissa Terchek, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Terchek completed her residency at New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program. Dr. Terchek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Terchek’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Terchek’s office at (843) 692-0968.
Where did Dr. Terchek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program
Medical School: St George',s University
What languages does Dr. Terchek speak?
Dr. Terchek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Terchek typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Terchek 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. Terchek. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Terchek typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Terchek may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Terchek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Terchek accept my insurance?
Dr. Terchek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 692-0968 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Terchek accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Terchek in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Terchek's office located?
Dr. Melissa Terchek's Primary Practice
8220 Nigels Dr
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
(843) 692-0968
What is Dr. Terchek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Terchek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639280753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Terchek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Terchek
What is Dr. Melissa Terchek's specialty?
Dr. Terchek is a Internist near Myrtle Beach, SC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Melissa Terchek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Terchek is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Melissa Terchek accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Terchek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Terchek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Terchek's office at (843) 692-0968 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Terchek?
Please contact Dr. Terchek's office at (843) 692-0968 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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