28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lamar, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Charles Lamar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Lamar graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Mem Hospital. Dr. Lamar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lamar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lamar’s office at (803) 434-6113.
Where did Dr. Lamar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Mem Hospital | Palmetto Health Richland | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
Medical School: University of South Carolina | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lamar board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lamar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lamar speak?
Dr. Lamar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lamar typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lamar 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. Lamar. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lamar typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Lamar may include:
Please contact Dr. Lamar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lamar accept my insurance?
Dr. Lamar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-6113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lamar accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Lamar 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lamar's office located?
What is Dr. Lamar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lamar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225003288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lamar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lamar
What is Dr. Charles Lamar's specialty?
Dr. Lamar is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Charles Lamar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lamar is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital, 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Lamar accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Charles Lamar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Lamar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lamar's office at (803) 434-6113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Lamar?
Please contact Dr. Lamar's office at (803) 434-6113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Lamar have?
Dr. Charles Lamar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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