18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerley, Internist in Sumter, SC?
Dr. Eric Kerley, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sumter, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Kerley is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerley’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerley’s office at (803) 774-9680.
Where did Dr. Kerley go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Kerley speak?
Dr. Kerley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kerley treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kerley 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. Kerley. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Kerley perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Kerley may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kerley's office.
Does Dr. Kerley accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 774-9680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerley accept in Sumter, SC?
Dr. Kerley in Sumter, 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
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kerley's office located?
What is Dr. Kerley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770533523.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerley
What is Dr. Eric Kerley's specialty?
Dr. Kerley is a Internist near Sumter, SC.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kerley to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Eric Kerley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerley is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Eric Kerley accepting new patients in Sumter, SC?
Yes, Dr. Eric Kerley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Kerley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerley's office at (803) 774-9680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Kerley?
Please contact Dr. Kerley's office at (803) 774-9680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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