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Dr. Ray Vaughters, MD

Dr. Ray Vaughters, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Aiken, SC

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vaughters, Family Medicine Specialist in Aiken, SC?

    Dr. Ray Vaughters, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aiken, SC. He has been practicing for over 50 years. Dr. Vaughters graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia Program. Dr. Vaughters is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaughters’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaughters’s office at (803) 649-2501.

    Where did Dr. Vaughters go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vaughters speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vaughters typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vaughters 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. Vaughters. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vaughters typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vaughters 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. Vaughters. 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 Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Vaughters accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vaughters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 649-2501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vaughters accept in Aiken, SC?

    Dr. Vaughters in Aiken, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vaughters' office located?

    D

    39 Varden Dr Ste A

    Aiken, SC 29803

    (803) 649-2501

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

    Dr. Vaughters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568401693.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaughters?

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

    What is Dr. Ray Vaughters's specialty?

    Dr. Vaughters is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aiken, 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 Dr. Ray Vaughters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vaughters is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Ray Vaughters accepting new patients in Aiken, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Ray Vaughters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ray Vaughters offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vaughters' office at (803) 649-2501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ray Vaughters?

    Please contact Dr. Vaughters' office at (803) 649-2501 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vaughters' office located?

    Dr. Vaughters' office is located in Aiken, SC.