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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ferguson, Internist in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Christopher Ferguson, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ferguson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferguson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferguson’s office at (734) 458-4486.
What languages does Dr. Ferguson speak?
Dr. Ferguson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ferguson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ferguson 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. Ferguson. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ferguson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Ferguson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ferguson accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferguson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 458-4486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferguson accept in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Ferguson in Mount Pleasant, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ferguson's office located?
Dr. Christopher Ferguson's Primary Practice
1000 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Ste 103
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(734) 458-4486
What is Dr. Ferguson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferguson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295186724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferguson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferguson
What is Dr. Christopher Ferguson's specialty?
Dr. Ferguson is a Internist near Mount Pleasant, SC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Christopher Ferguson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferguson 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Ferguson accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ferguson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Ferguson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (734) 458-4486 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ferguson?
Please contact Dr. Ferguson's office at (734) 458-4486 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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