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Dr. James Lipke, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lipke, Family Medicine Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. James Lipke, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Lipke completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Lipke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lipke’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lipke’s office at (843) 762-2360.

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

    • Residency: Med Univ Sc Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Med University Sc Med Center

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl

    Is Dr. Lipke board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Lipke, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lipke speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lipke treat?

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

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
    • Body Weight
    • Overweight BMI
    • Adult pre-obesity BMI
    • Higher than normal BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Which procedures does Dr. Lipke perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Lipke may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lipke accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lipke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 762-2360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lipke accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Lipke in Charleston, 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 Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lipke's office located?

    Dr. James Lipke's Primary Practice

    418 Folly Rd

    Charleston, SC 29412

    (843) 762-2360

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

    Dr. Lipke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265476923.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lipke?

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

    What is Dr. James Lipke's specialty?

    Dr. Lipke is a Family Medicine Specialist near Charleston, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Lipke to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Lipke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lipke is affiliated with Musc Health University 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 James Lipke accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. James Lipke is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Lipke offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lipke's office at (843) 762-2360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Lipke?

    Please contact Dr. Lipke's office at (843) 762-2360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Lipke have?

    Dr. James Lipke is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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