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Dr. Michael Edwards, MD

Dr. Michael Edwards, MD

Mount Pleasant, SC

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Edwards, Thoracic Surgeon in Mount Pleasant, SC?

    Dr. Michael Edwards, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Edwards graduated from University of Mauritius Faculty of Science and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Surgery; Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, General Surgery. Dr. Edwards is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edwards’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edwards’s office at (843) 572-2100.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Surgery; Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn | University of Mauritius Faculty of Science

    Is Dr. Edwards board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Edwards, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Edwards speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Edwards treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Edwards 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. Edwards. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflammation
    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension
    • High Venous Pressure with Swelling
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87323: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
    • I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Abdominal Wall
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Abdominal Skin Infection
    • Stomach Area Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03311: Cellulitis of abdominal wall

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter
    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Problems from Radiation
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation dermatitis
    • Radiation skin reaction
    • Radiation-induced skin changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
    • Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Left Ankle
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97322: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left ankle with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2

    Does Dr. Edwards accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edwards accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 572-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Edwards accept in Mount Pleasant, SC?

    Dr. Edwards in Mount Pleasant, 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

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Edwards' office located?

    Dr. Michael Edwards' Primary Practice

    1156 Bowman Rd Unit 103

    Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

    (843) 572-2100

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    Dr. Michael Edwards' Practice 2

    2891 Tricom St Ste B

    North Charleston, SC 29406

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    Dr. Michael Edwards' Practice 3

    2000 Hospital Dr

    Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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

    Dr. Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649331729.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edwards?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Edwards's specialty?

    Dr. Edwards is a Thoracic Surgeon near Mount Pleasant, SC. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Edwards to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Edwards affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Edwards 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 Michael Edwards accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Edwards is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Edwards offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards's office at (843) 572-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Edwards?

    Please contact Dr. Edwards's office at (843) 572-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Edwards have?

    Dr. Michael Edwards is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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