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Dr. Michael Jenkins, MD

Hospitalist

Clinton, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jenkins, Hospitalist in Clinton, SC?

    Dr. Michael Jenkins, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Clinton, SC. Dr. Jenkins graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at West Virginia University Program. Dr. Jenkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jenkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jenkins’s office at (864) 833-9100.

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

    • Residency: West Virginia University Program

    • Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jenkins speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jenkins typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jenkins typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Jenkins may include:

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

    Does Dr. Jenkins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jenkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 833-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jenkins accept in Clinton, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?

    Dr. Michael Jenkins' Primary Practice

    22725 Highway 76 E

    Clinton, SC 29325

    (864) 833-9100

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    What hospitals are Dr. Jenkins affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Jenkins has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Prisma Health Laurens County Hospital,Clinton, SC
    Prisma Health Hillcrest Hospital,Simpsonville, SC

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

    Dr. Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881951374.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jenkins?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Jenkins's specialty?

    Dr. Jenkins is a Hospitalist near Clinton, SC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

    Yes, Dr. Jenkins is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley 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

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    Is Dr. Michael Jenkins accepting new patients in Clinton, SC?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Jenkins offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jenkins' office at (864) 833-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Jenkins?

    Please contact Dr. Jenkins' office at (864) 833-9100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?

    Dr. Jenkins' office is located in Clinton, SC.