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. 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 Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 and 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, and 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 as a 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 a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Armstrong typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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 Condition
- Excess Skin
- Skin Redundancy
- Sagging Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L987: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Armstrong typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Armstrong 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Tummy Tuck
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Abdominoplasty
- Belly Fat Removal Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal Abdomen
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 15847: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy), abdomen (eg, abdominoplasty) (includes umbilical transposition and fascial plication) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
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 Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Armstrong's office located?
Dr. Milton Armstrong's Primary Practice
171 Ashley Ave
Charleston, SC 29425
(843) 792-1414
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.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
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.
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
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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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