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Dr. Tyler Kilgore, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Myrtle Beach, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kilgore, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Tyler Kilgore, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kilgore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kilgore’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kilgore’s office at (843) 236-1950.

    What languages does Dr. Kilgore speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kilgore typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kilgore 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. Kilgore. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified
    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Kilgore typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tyler Kilgore may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kilgore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kilgore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 236-1950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kilgore accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Kilgore in Myrtle Beach, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kilgore's office located?

    Dr. Tyler Kilgore's Primary Practice

    920 Doug White Dr Ste 250

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

    (843) 236-1950

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    Dr. Tyler Kilgore's Practice 2

    5050 Highway 17 Byp S

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

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    Dr. Tyler Kilgore's Practice 3

    809 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

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

    Dr. Kilgore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831544154.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kilgore?

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

    What is Dr. Tyler Kilgore's specialty?

    Dr. Kilgore is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Tyler Kilgore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kilgore is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Tyler Kilgore accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Tyler Kilgore is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tyler Kilgore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kilgore's office at (843) 236-1950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tyler Kilgore?

    Please contact Dr. Kilgore's office at (843) 236-1950 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kilgore's office located?

    Dr. Kilgore's office is located in Myrtle Beach, SC.