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Dr. Joseph Vandergriff, MD

Dr. Joseph Vandergriff, MD

Surfside Beach, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vandergriff, Family Medicine Specialist in Surfside Beach, SC?

    Dr. Joseph Vandergriff, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Surfside Beach, SC. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Vandergriff completed his residency at Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Family Medicine. Dr. Vandergriff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vandergriff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vandergriff’s office at (843) 650-4006.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Family Medicine | Univ Of Tenn/Erlanger Hosp

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn

    Is Dr. Vandergriff board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Vandergriff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vandergriff speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vandergriff treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vandergriff 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. Vandergriff. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Vandergriff perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Vandergriff may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vandergriff's office.

    Does Dr. Vandergriff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vandergriff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 650-4006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vandergriff accept in Surfside Beach, SC?

    Dr. Vandergriff in Surfside Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of South Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vandergriff's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Vandergriff's Primary Practice

    1945 Glenns Bay Rd

    Surfside Beach, SC 29575

    (843) 650-4006

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

    Dr. Vandergriff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659474658.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vandergriff?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Vandergriff's specialty?

    Dr. Vandergriff is a Family Medicine Specialist near Surfside Beach, SC. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Vandergriff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Vandergriff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vandergriff is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Loris, Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Conway Medical Center, MUSC Health University Medical Center, Ohio State The James Cancer 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joseph Vandergriff accepting new patients in Surfside Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Vandergriff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Vandergriff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vandergriff's office at (843) 650-4006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Vandergriff?

    Please contact Dr. Vandergriff's office at (843) 650-4006 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Vandergriff have?

    Dr. Joseph Vandergriff is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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