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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dewar, Specialist in Lexington, SC?
Dr. James Dewar, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, SC. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Dewar graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Richland Meml Hosp. Dr. Dewar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dewar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dewar’s office at (803) 358-2370.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dewar?
Dr. James Dewar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Dewar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lexington, SC community, Dr. Dewar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dewar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto Richland Meml Hosp | CEME/Palmetto General Hosp Program
Medical School: University of South Carolina | University of South Carolina School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dewar speak?
Dr. Dewar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Dewar typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Dewar 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. Dewar. 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Does Dr. Dewar accept my insurance?
Dr. Dewar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 358-2370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dewar accept in Lexington, SC?
Dr. Dewar 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dewar's office located?
What is Dr. Dewar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dewar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417913641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dewar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dewar
What is Dr. James Dewar's specialty?
Dr. Dewar is a Specialist near Lexington, SC.
Is this Dr. James Dewar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dewar is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center 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 Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Dewar accepting new patients in Lexington, SC?
Yes, Dr. James Dewar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Dewar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dewar's office at (803) 358-2370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Dewar?
Please contact Dr. Dewar's office at (803) 358-2370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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