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Dr. Milton Armstrong, MD

Dr. Milton Armstrong, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Armstrong, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Milton Armstrong, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Armstrong graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Plastic Surgery; Allegheny Gen Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Armstrong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Armstrong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Armstrong’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Armstrong?

    Dr. Milton Armstrong, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Armstrong empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hand Reconstruction, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Lower Limb Reconstruction, Pediatric Hand Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charleston/SC community, Dr. Armstrong is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Plastic Surgery; Allegheny Gen Hosp, General Surgery | Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program

    • Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Armstrong board certified in General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Milton Armstrong, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Armstrong speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Armstrong treat?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Armstrong 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. Armstrong. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Loose Skin Folds
    • Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Excess Skin
    • Skin Redundancy
    • Sagging Skin
    • Skin Problem
    • Dermatological Condition
    • Skin Ailment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L987: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue
    • L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Localized Fat Deposits
    • Obesity
    • Excess Fat in Specific Areas
    • Lipodystrophy
    • Regional Adiposity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E65: Localized adiposity

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Loose Skin in Elderly
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Senile elastosis
    • Age-related loose skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L574: Cutis laxa senilis

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    Also known as:

    • Sagging Breasts
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast Ptosis
    • Drooping Breasts
    • Breast Sagging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6481: Ptosis of breast

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Which procedures does Dr. Armstrong perform as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

    As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Milton Armstrong may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Armstrong's office.

    Does Dr. Armstrong accept my insurance?

    Dr. Armstrong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Armstrong accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Armstrong in Charleston, 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 and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Armstrong's office located?

    Dr. Milton Armstrong's Primary Practice

    167 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. Milton Armstrong's Practice 2

    5500 Front St

    Summerville, SC 29486

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    Dr. Milton Armstrong's Practice 3

    1122 Chuck Dawley Blvd

    Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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

    Dr. Armstrong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255397543.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Armstrong?

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

    What is Dr. Milton Armstrong's specialty?

    Dr. Armstrong is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Charleston, SC. A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist. Contact Dr. Armstrong to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Milton Armstrong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Armstrong is affiliated with MUSC Health University 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

    Where can I learn more about General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?

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    Is Milton Armstrong accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Milton Armstrong is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Milton Armstrong offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Armstrong's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Milton Armstrong?

    Please contact Dr. Armstrong's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Milton Armstrong have?

    Dr. Milton Armstrong is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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