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Dr. Lola Clarkson, MD

Columbia, SC

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clarkson, Clinical Geneticist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Lola Clarkson, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Clarkson graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. Dr. Clarkson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clarkson’s office at (803) 799-5390.

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

    • Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Clarkson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Clarkson typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Clarkson 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. Clarkson. 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:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Clarkson typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Lola Clarkson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Clarkson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clarkson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 799-5390 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clarkson accept in Columbia, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

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    Where is Dr. Clarkson's office located?

    Dr. Lola Clarkson's Primary Practice

    1911 Thurmond Mall

    Columbia, SC 29201

    (803) 799-5390

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    Dr. Lola Clarkson's Practice 2

    101 Gregor Mendel Cir

    Greenwood, SC 29646

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

    Dr. Clarkson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184615825.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clarkson?

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

    What is Dr. Lola Clarkson's specialty?

    Dr. Clarkson is a Clinical Geneticist near Columbia, SC.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is this Dr. Lola Clarkson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clarkson is affiliated with Prisma Health Patewood Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. 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 Lola Clarkson accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Lola Clarkson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lola Clarkson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (803) 799-5390 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lola Clarkson?

    Please contact Dr. Clarkson's office at (803) 799-5390 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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