36 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuhns, Internist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Gary Kuhns, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuhns completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuhns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuhns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuhns’s office at (843) 556-7942.
Where did Dr. Kuhns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
Is Dr. Kuhns board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Kuhns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kuhns speak?
Dr. Kuhns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kuhns typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kuhns 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. Kuhns. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
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:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kuhns typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Kuhns 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
Please contact Dr. Kuhns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuhns accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuhns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 556-7942 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuhns accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Kuhns 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kuhns' office located?
Dr. Gary Kuhns' Primary Practice
2270 Ashley Crossing Dr Ste 135
Charleston, SC 29414
(843) 556-7942
What is Dr. Kuhns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuhns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962455683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuhns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuhns
What is Dr. Gary Kuhns's specialty?
Dr. Kuhns is a Internist near Charleston, SC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gary Kuhns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuhns is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Roper Hospital, Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gary Kuhns accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Gary Kuhns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Kuhns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuhns's office at (843) 556-7942 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Kuhns?
Please contact Dr. Kuhns's office at (843) 556-7942 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Kuhns have?
Dr. Gary Kuhns is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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