TC
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chavez, Infectious Disease Specialist in Florence, SC?
Dr. Temujin Chavez, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office at (843) 674-6400.
Is Dr. Chavez board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Temujin Chavez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?
Dr. Chavez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Chavez typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Chavez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chavez. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?
Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 674-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Chavez in Florence, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?
Dr. Temujin Chavez's Primary Practice
805 Pamplico Hwy Ste B125
Florence, SC 29505
(843) 674-6400
What is Dr. Chavez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558323543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chavez
What is Dr. Temujin Chavez's specialty?
Dr. Chavez is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Florence, SC.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Temujin Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chavez is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Mcleod Health Loris, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center, Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Scotland Memorial 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Temujin Chavez accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Temujin Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Temujin Chavez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (843) 674-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Temujin Chavez?
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (843) 674-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Temujin Chavez have?
Dr. Temujin Chavez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Infectious Disease Specialist Near Florence, SC
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Karim Nazer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC. He is board certified.
Florence, SC
SD
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Sisay Debebe, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC.
Florence, SC
RB
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Ramesh Bharadwaj, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Florence, SC