31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horst, Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Eric Horst, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Horst completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Horst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horst’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horst’s office at (803) 256-3534.
Where did Dr. Horst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Sc Sch of Med, Columbia Sc | University of South Carolina
What languages does Dr. Horst speak?
Dr. Horst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Horst typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Horst 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. Horst. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Does Dr. Horst accept my insurance?
Dr. Horst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 256-3534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horst accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Horst in Columbia, 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 South Carolina
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Horst's office located?
What is Dr. Horst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922088483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horst
What is Dr. Eric Horst's specialty?
Dr. Horst is a Specialist near Columbia, SC.
Is this Dr. Eric Horst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horst is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eric Horst accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Eric Horst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Horst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horst's office at (803) 256-3534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Horst?
Please contact Dr. Horst's office at (803) 256-3534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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