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Dr. Chris Boggs, MD

Dr. Chris Boggs, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Little River, SC

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boggs, Family Medicine Specialist in Little River, SC?

    Dr. Chris Boggs, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Little River, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Boggs completed his residency at Anderson Area Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Boggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boggs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boggs’s office at (843) 281-2778.

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

    • Residency: Anderson Area Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Marshall Univ Sch of Med, Huntington Wv | Marshall University

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

    Yes, Dr. Chris Boggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Boggs speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chris Boggs may include:

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

    Does Dr. Boggs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 281-2778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boggs accept in Little River, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Selman and company

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Boggs' office located?

    Dr. Chris Boggs' Primary Practice

    4237 River Hills Dr Ste 150

    Little River, SC 29566

    (843) 281-2778

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    Dr. Chris Boggs' Practice 2

    809 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

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

    Dr. Boggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326068362.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boggs?

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

    What is Dr. Chris Boggs's specialty?

    Dr. Boggs is a Family Medicine Specialist near Little River, 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. Chris Boggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boggs is affiliated with Mcleod Health Loris, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Musc Health University 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

    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. Chris Boggs accepting new patients in Little River, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Chris Boggs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chris Boggs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Boggs' office at (843) 281-2778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chris Boggs?

    Please contact Dr. Boggs' office at (843) 281-2778 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Boggs' office located?

    Dr. Boggs' offices are located in Little River, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chris Boggs have?

    Dr. Chris Boggs is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.