Cardiologists in South Carolina
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706
Cardiologists
100%
Accepting patients
86%
Most common: MD
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About cardiologists in South Carolina
South Carolina is home to 706 licensed cardiologists, one of the larger cardiologist workforces in the country. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (86%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 5%.
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia train cardiologists in the state. Notable hospitals include MUSC Health University Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. Health systems such as MUSC Health, Prisma Health, and Roper St. Francis Healthcare employ many of the state's cardiologists.
81% accept Medicare. Patients with Healthy Connections should verify coverage directly, as not all cardiologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-26065, qhp-73107, and molina.
The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is the oldest medical school in the South, founded in 1824.
Frequently asked questions about cardiologists in South Carolina
South Carolina has 706 licensed cardiologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of cardiologists in South Carolina are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among cardiologists in South Carolina include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-26065, qhp-73107, and molina. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Office visit copays range from $30 to $75. An EKG costs $200 to $500. Echocardiograms run $1,000 to $3,000. Stress tests range from $500 to $2,000. Actual costs in South Carolina depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Cardiology tests often require prior authorization from your insurer. Cardiac rehabilitation is covered by most plans after qualifying events like a heart attack or heart surgery.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. South Carolina has 706 cardiologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In South Carolina, 86% hold the MD credential and 5% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
81% of cardiologists in South Carolina accept Medicare. Medicare covers cardiology visits, diagnostic tests, and cardiac rehabilitation. Most cardiovascular procedures are covered under Part B or Part A (inpatient). Prior authorization may be needed for some tests. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some cardiologists in South Carolina accept Healthy Connections, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers cardiology services in all states. Coverage for specific tests, procedures, and cardiac rehabilitation varies. Prior authorization is common for advanced imaging. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Connections participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Cardiologist coverage
Top accepted carriers in South Carolina include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-26065, qhp-73107, and molina.
Cardiology visits are covered under medical insurance as specialist visits. You may need a referral from your PCP depending on your plan type (HMO vs. PPO). Tests like echocardiograms and stress tests are generally covered when ordered for medical reasons but may require prior authorization. Cardiac rehabilitation after a heart event is covered by most plans.
