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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivers, Radiation Oncologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Charlotte Rivers, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rivers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivers’s office at (843) 792-1414.
What languages does Dr. Rivers speak?
Dr. Rivers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Rivers typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Rivers 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. Rivers. 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:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Rivers typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Rivers performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Rivers. 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:
- Removal of Tongs or Halo Device
- Halo vest removal
- Cervical tongs removal
- Head immobilization device removal
CPT Codes:
- 20665: Removal of tongs or halo applied by another individual
Also known as:
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
- External carotid angiography
- Neck artery imaging with catheter
- Selective carotid catheterization
CPT Codes:
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Rivers accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivers accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Rivers in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivers' office located?
Dr. Charlotte Rivers' Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-1414
What is Dr. Rivers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992117493.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivers
What is Dr. Charlotte Rivers's specialty?
Dr. Rivers is a Radiation Oncologist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Charlotte Rivers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivers is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Prisma Health Greer Memorial 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 Charlotte Rivers accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Charlotte Rivers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charlotte Rivers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivers's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charlotte Rivers?
Please contact Dr. Rivers's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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