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Dr. Ronnie Fuerst, MD

Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lexington, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fuerst, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Lexington, SC?

    Dr. Ronnie Fuerst, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fuerst completed his residency at Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, Pediatrics; Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Fuerst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuerst’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuerst’s office at (803) 434-1663.

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

    • Residency: Shands Hosp At Univ Of Fl, Pediatrics; Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La

    Is Dr. Fuerst board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronnie Fuerst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fuerst speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Fuerst typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Fuerst 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. Fuerst. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Fuerst typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronnie Fuerst may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fuerst accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fuerst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-1663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fuerst accept in Lexington, SC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fuerst's office located?

    Dr. Ronnie Fuerst's Primary Practice

    154 Saluda Pointe Dr

    Lexington, SC 29072

    (803) 434-1663

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    Ste 350

    14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

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    Dr. Ronnie Fuerst's Practice 3

    557 Columbia Ave

    Chapin, SC 29036

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

    Dr. Fuerst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609847375.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuerst?

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

    What is Dr. Ronnie Fuerst's specialty?

    Dr. Fuerst is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Lexington, SC.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?

    Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.

    Is Dr. Ronnie Fuerst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fuerst is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic 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 Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency 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 Dr. Ronnie Fuerst accepting new patients in Lexington, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Ronnie Fuerst is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronnie Fuerst offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fuerst's office at (803) 434-1663 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronnie Fuerst?

    Please contact Dr. Fuerst's office at (803) 434-1663 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fuerst's office located?

    Dr. Fuerst's offices are located in Lexington, SC, Columbia, SC, and Chapin, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronnie Fuerst have?

    Dr. Ronnie Fuerst is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.