Endocrinologists in South Carolina
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Accepting patients
80%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: endocrinologistState: SC
About endocrinologists in South Carolina
South Carolina has 141 licensed endocrinologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (80%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 11%.
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia train endocrinologists 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 endocrinologists.
70% accept Medicare. Patients with Healthy Connections should verify coverage directly, as not all endocrinologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-26065, molina, and qhp-73107.
The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is the oldest medical school in the South, founded in 1824.
Frequently asked questions about endocrinologists in South Carolina
South Carolina has 141 licensed endocrinologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of endocrinologists 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 endocrinologists in South Carolina include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-26065, molina, and qhp-73107. 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.
An office visit copay is $30 to $75. An A1C test costs $20 to $50. A thyroid panel runs $50 to $200. An insulin pump costs $1,000 to $6,000 before insurance. Actual costs in South Carolina depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Diabetes supplies and newer medications can be expensive. Most insulin pump and CGM manufacturers offer financial assistance programs. Ask your endocrinologist about the most cost-effective options for your specific situation.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. South Carolina has 141 endocrinologists. 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, 80% hold the MD credential and 11% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
70% of endocrinologists in South Carolina accept Medicare. Medicare covers endocrinology visits, diabetes supplies, and medically necessary lab work. Diabetes self-management training and medical nutrition therapy are covered benefits. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some endocrinologists in South Carolina accept Healthy Connections, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers endocrinology services and diabetes supplies in all states. Coverage for continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps varies by state. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Connections participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Endocrinologist coverage
Top accepted carriers in South Carolina include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-26065, molina, and qhp-73107.
Endocrinology visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Lab work (A1C, thyroid panels, hormone levels) is covered when medically indicated. Insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors require prior authorization and often have specific coverage criteria. Many newer diabetes medications are expensive, so ask about formulary alternatives and manufacturer savings programs.