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Dr. Hugh Willcox, MD

Dr. Hugh Willcox, MD

Florence, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Willcox, Surgeon in Florence, SC?

    Dr. Hugh Willcox, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Willcox graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. Willcox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willcox’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willcox’s office at (803) 936-3300.

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

    • Medical School: University of South Carolina | University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Willcox board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Hugh Willcox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Willcox speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Willcox treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Willcox 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. Willcox. 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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Partial Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage
    • Partial Bowel Blockage
    • Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
    • K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Gallstone Pancreatitis
    • Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Abdominal Imaging
    • Abnormal belly scan
    • Unusual abdominal imaging
    • Abdominal scan findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R935: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other abdominal regions, including retroperitoneum

    Which procedures does Dr. Willcox perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Hugh Willcox may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Willcox's office.

    Does Dr. Willcox accept my insurance?

    Dr. Willcox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Willcox accept in Florence, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Willcox's office located?

    Dr. Hugh Willcox's Primary Practice

    800 E Cheves St Ste 260

    Florence, SC 29506

    (803) 936-3300

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    Dr. Hugh Willcox's Practice 2

    300 Palmetto Health Pkwy Ste 200

    Columbia, SC 29212

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    Dr. Hugh Willcox's Practice 3

    1850 Laurel St

    Columbia, SC 29201

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

    Dr. Willcox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174649198.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willcox?

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

    What is Dr. Hugh Willcox's specialty?

    Dr. Willcox is a Surgeon near Florence, SC. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Willcox to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hugh Willcox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Willcox is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Lexington Medical Center 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 Hugh Willcox accepting new patients in Florence, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Hugh Willcox is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hugh Willcox offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Willcox's office at (803) 936-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hugh Willcox?

    Please contact Dr. Willcox's office at (803) 936-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hugh Willcox have?

    Dr. Hugh Willcox is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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