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Dr. Alexander Soutter, MD

Dr. Alexander Soutter, MD

Summerville, SC

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Soutter, Pediatric Surgeon in Summerville, SC?

    Dr. Alexander Soutter, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Summerville, SC. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Soutter graduated from Columbia College Of Physicians & Surgeons - NY and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Soutter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Soutter’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Soutter’s office at (843) 695-2700.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Soutter?

    Dr. Alexander Soutter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Soutter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chest Wall Deformities, Laparoscopic Surgery, Neonatal Surgery, Pediatric Thoracic Surgery, Pediatric Urology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Summerville/SC community, Dr. Soutter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Royal Children's Hospital -Australia

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery | Peter Bent Brigham Hospital/Harvard University | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia College Of Physicians & Surgeons - NY | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Soutter board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Soutter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Soutter speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Soutter treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Soutter 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. Soutter. 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:

    • Phimosis
    • Foreskin and Glans Adhesions
    • Other Penis Disorder
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems
    • Preputial Adhesions
    • Glans Adhesions
    • Various penile conditions
    • Unspecified penis problems
    • Penis abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis
    • N475: Adhesions of prepuce and glans penis
    • N4889: Other specified disorders of penis

    Also known as:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Localized Lump or Swelling
    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Skin Nodule
    • Localized Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R229: Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • One Undescended Testicle
    • Retractile Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Unilateral Cryptorchidism
    • Testicle Not Dropped
    • Maldescended Testicle
    • Ascending Testicle
    • Mobile Testicle
    • Gliding Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral
    • Q5522: Retractile testis

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Unspecified Skin Condition
    • Skin and Tissue Disorder
    • Dermatological Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Infected Tailbone Cyst
    • Sacrococcygeal Abscess
    • Tailbone Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Hydrocele
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Fluid in scrotum
    • Scrotal swelling
    • Water on the testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N433: Hydrocele, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Extra Fingers or Toes
    • Birth Defects
    • Polydactyly
    • Supernumerary Digits
    • Extra Digit Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q699: Polydactyly, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Extra Ear Tag
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Accessory Tragus
    • Preauricular Tag
    • Skin Tag on Ear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q170: Accessory auricle

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Around Testicle in Newborns
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Newborn Hydrocele
    • Infant Hydrocele
    • Congenital Scrotal Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P835: Congenital hydrocele

    What procedures does Dr. Soutter perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Soutter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Soutter. 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:

    • Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
    • Newborn Circumcision
    • Infant Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)

    CPT Codes:

    • 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
    • Adult Circumcision
    • Childhood Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal Surgery
    • Non-Clamp Circumcision

    CPT Codes:

    • 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age

    Also known as:

    • Removing Penile Adhesions After Circumcision
    • Post-Circumcision Adhesion Release
    • Penile Adhesiolysis
    • Circumcision Scar Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 54162: Lysis or excision of penile post-circumcision adhesions

    Also known as:

    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Infant Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Baby Groin Hernia Repair
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Surgery (Infant)
    • Hydrocelectomy with Hernia Repair (Infant)

    CPT Codes:

    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49495: Repair, initial inguinal hernia, full term infant younger than age 6 months, or preterm infant older than 50 weeks postconception age and younger than age 6 months at the time of surgery, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Anal Biopsy
    • Rectal Wall Biopsy
    • Anorectal Biopsy
    • Anal Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)

    Does Dr. Soutter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Soutter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 695-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Soutter accept in Summerville, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Cigna

    • Harvard Pilgrim

    • Oscar

    • Oxford Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Soutter's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Soutter's Primary Practice

    295A Midland Pkwy Ste 120

    Summerville, SC 29485

    (843) 695-2700

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

    Dr. Soutter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629096763.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Soutter?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Soutter's specialty?

    Dr. Soutter is a Pediatric Surgeon near Summerville, SC. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Soutter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Soutter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Soutter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Summerville Medical Center. 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 Alexander Soutter accepting new patients in Summerville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Soutter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Soutter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Soutter's office at (843) 695-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Soutter?

    Please contact Dr. Soutter's office at (843) 695-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Soutter have?

    Dr. Alexander Soutter is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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