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Dr. Deborah Younger, MD

Summerville, SC

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Younger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Summerville, SC?

    Dr. Deborah Younger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Summerville, SC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Younger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Younger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Younger’s office at (843) 761-8721.

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

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | American University of The Caribbean; Plymouth, Montserrat

    Is Dr. Younger board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Younger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Younger speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Younger treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Younger 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. Younger. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu
    • Novel Flu with Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Younger perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Deborah Younger may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Younger's office.

    Does Dr. Younger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Younger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 761-8721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Younger accept in Summerville, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Younger's office located?

    Dr. Deborah Younger's Primary Practice

    295 Midland Pkwy

    Summerville, SC 29485

    (843) 761-8721

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    Dr. Deborah Younger's Practice 2

    354 Folly Rd Ste 5

    Charleston, SC 29412

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

    Dr. Younger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134169808.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Younger?

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

    What is Dr. Deborah Younger's specialty?

    Dr. Younger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Summerville, SC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Younger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Deborah Younger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Younger is affiliated with Trident Medical Center, MUSC Health University Medical Center, Colleton Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Deborah Younger accepting new patients in Summerville, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Younger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deborah Younger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Younger's office at (843) 761-8721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Deborah Younger?

    Please contact Dr. Younger's office at (843) 761-8721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Younger have?

    Dr. Deborah Younger is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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