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Dr. Richard Carpenter, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Elloree, SC

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carpenter, Family Medicine Specialist in Elloree, SC?

    Dr. Richard Carpenter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elloree, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Carpenter graduated from University Of Sc Sch Of Medicine and completed his residency at Richland Meml Hosp. Dr. Carpenter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carpenter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carpenter’s office at (803) 897-2128.

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

    • Residency: Richland Meml Hosp

    • Medical School: University Of Sc Sch Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Carpenter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Carpenter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carpenter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carpenter typically treat?

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

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carpenter typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Carpenter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Carpenter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carpenter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 897-2128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carpenter accept in Elloree, SC?

    Dr. Carpenter in Elloree, 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 South Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Carpenter's office located?

    Dr. Richard Carpenter's Primary Practice

    2734 Cleveland St

    Elloree, SC 29047

    (803) 897-2128

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    Dr. Richard Carpenter's Practice 2

    8799 Old Hwy 6

    Santee, SC 29142

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    Dr. Richard Carpenter's Practice 3

    PO Box

    Elloree, SC 29047

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

    Dr. Carpenter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376600486.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carpenter?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Carpenter's specialty?

    Dr. Carpenter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elloree, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Richard Carpenter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carpenter is affiliated with Musc Health - Orangeburg, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Roper St. Francis Berkeley 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Richard Carpenter accepting new patients in Elloree, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Carpenter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Carpenter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carpenter's office at (803) 897-2128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Carpenter?

    Please contact Dr. Carpenter's office at (803) 897-2128 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carpenter's office located?

    Dr. Carpenter's offices are located in Elloree, SC and Santee, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Carpenter have?

    Dr. Richard Carpenter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.