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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purser, Family Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Stephen Purser, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Purser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purser’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purser’s office at (706) 245-7361.
What languages does Dr. Purser speak?
Dr. Purser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Purser typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Purser 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. Purser. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Purser typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Purser may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Purser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Purser accept my insurance?
Dr. Purser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 245-7361 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purser accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Purser in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purser's office located?
Dr. Stephen Purser's Primary Practice
2095 Henry Tecklenburg Dr
Charleston, SC 29414
(706) 245-7361
What is Dr. Purser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083148423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purser
What is Dr. Stephen Purser's specialty?
Dr. Purser is a Family Medicine Specialist near Charleston, 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 this Dr. Stephen Purser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purser is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Roper Hospital, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Macon North 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
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Is Stephen Purser accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Purser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Purser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purser's office at (706) 245-7361 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Purser?
Please contact Dr. Purser's office at (706) 245-7361 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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