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Dr. James Turek, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Murrells Inlet, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Turek, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Murrells Inlet, SC?

    Dr. James Turek, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Murrells Inlet, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Turek completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Turek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turek’s office.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    What languages does Dr. Turek speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Turek typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Turek 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. Turek. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes
    • Diabetes Overview
    • Sugar Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Turek typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. James Turek may include:

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

    Does Dr. Turek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Turek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Turek accept in Murrells Inlet, SC?

    Dr. Turek in Murrells Inlet, 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 Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Turek's office located?

    Dr. James Turek's Primary Practice

    2347 S Highway 17

    Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

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    Dr. James Turek's Practice 2

    1413 Highway 17 N # A

    Surfside Beach, SC 29575

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

    Dr. Turek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942360672.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turek?

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

    What is Dr. James Turek's specialty?

    Dr. Turek is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Murrells Inlet, SC.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. James Turek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turek is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore 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 Dr. James Turek accepting new patients in Murrells Inlet, SC?

    Yes, Dr. James Turek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Turek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Turek's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Turek?

    Please contact Dr. Turek's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turek's office located?

    Dr. Turek's offices are located in Murrells Inlet, SC and Surfside Beach, SC.