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Dr. Joyce Ward, MD

Dr. Joyce Ward, MD

Indian Land, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ward, Family Medicine Specialist in Indian Land, SC?

    Dr. Joyce Ward, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indian Land, SC with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ward graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed her residency at AnMed Health. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and South Carolina Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Ward is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office at (803) 431-8220.

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

    • Residency: AnMed Health

    • Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ward board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Ward, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ward speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joyce Ward may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ward accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 431-8220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ward accept in Indian Land, SC?

    Dr. Ward in Indian Land, 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ward's office located?

    Dr. Joyce Ward's Primary Practice

    7666 Charlotte Hwy Ste 120

    Indian Land, SC 29707

    (803) 431-8220

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    Dr. Joyce Ward's Practice 2

    1228 Colonial Commons Ct

    Lancaster, SC 29720

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Family Physicians

    Member

    South Carolina Academy of Family Physicians

    Member

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

    Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356332779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?

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

    What is Dr. Joyce Ward's specialty?

    Dr. Ward is a Family Medicine Specialist near Indian Land, 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 this Dr. Joyce Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Musc Health Lancaster 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

    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 Joyce Ward accepting new patients in Indian Land, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Joyce Ward is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joyce Ward offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (803) 431-8220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joyce Ward?

    Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (803) 431-8220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joyce Ward have?

    Dr. Joyce Ward is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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