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Dr. Thomas Chandler, MD

Murrells Inlet, SC

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chandler, Pulmonologist in Murrells Inlet, SC?

    Dr. Thomas Chandler, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Murrells Inlet, SC. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chandler graduated from St. George's University of London and completed his residency at E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Pulmonary Diseases; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chandler is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandler’s office at (843) 652-4800.

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

    • Residency: E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Pulmonary Diseases; E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine | East Tennessee State University Program

    • Medical School: St. George's University of London

    Is Dr. Chandler board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Chandler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chandler speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chandler treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chandler 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. Chandler. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Chandler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chandler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 652-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chandler accept in Murrells Inlet, SC?

    Dr. Chandler in Murrells Inlet, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Planned Administrators

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chandler's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Chandler's Primary Practice

    4057 Highway 17

    Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

    (843) 652-4800

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

    Dr. Chandler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568429223.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandler?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Chandler's specialty?

    Dr. Chandler is a Pulmonologist near Murrells Inlet, SC. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Chandler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Chandler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chandler is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital 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 Thomas Chandler accepting new patients in Murrells Inlet, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Chandler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Chandler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chandler's office at (843) 652-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Chandler?

    Please contact Dr. Chandler's office at (843) 652-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Chandler have?

    Dr. Thomas Chandler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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