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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lancaster, Surgeon in Charleston, SC?
Dr. William Lancaster, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He 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) 792-1414.
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 Surgeon, 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:
- Gastroparesis
- Stomach Disorder
- Delayed Gastric Emptying
- Stomach Paralysis
- Gastric Motility Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3184: Gastroparesis
Also known as:
- Chronic Pancreatitis
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Hereditary pancreatitis
- Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
- Ongoing Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
- Pancreas Tissue Death
- Necrotic Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K861: Other chronic pancreatitis
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
- K8591: Acute pancreatitis with uninfected necrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Liver
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Autonomic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Autonomic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Autonomic Nerve Damage
- Autonomic Nerve Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1143: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic autonomic (poly)neuropathy
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neurostimulator Management
- Nerve Stimulator Adjustment
- Implantable Neurostimulator Care
- Deep Brain Stimulator Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4542: Encounter for adjustment and management of neurostimulator
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Lancaster perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. William Lancaster may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
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) 792-1414 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
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lancaster's office located?
Dr. William Lancaster's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-1414
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 1861787780.
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. William Lancaster's specialty?
Dr. Lancaster is a Surgeon near Charleston, SC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Lancaster to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William 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 William Lancaster accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. William Lancaster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Lancaster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lancaster's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Lancaster?
Please contact Dr. Lancaster's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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