Browse pathologists in South Carolina.
330
Pathologists
100%
Accepting patients
82%
Most common: MD
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South Carolina has 330 licensed pathologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (82%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 7%.
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia train pathologists 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 pathologists.
50% accept Medicare. Patients with Healthy Connections should verify coverage directly, as not all pathologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, centene, and molina.
The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is the oldest medical school in the South, founded in 1824.
South Carolina has 330 licensed pathologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of pathologists 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 pathologists in South Carolina include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, centene, 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.
Biopsy interpretation costs $100 to $500. Complex surgical pathology runs $500 to $2,000. Molecular or genetic testing costs $300 to $5,000 or more. Actual costs in South Carolina depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Pathology charges are often included in your surgical or procedural billing. Complex molecular testing (gene panels) may require separate prior authorization. Verify that the lab processing your specimen is in-network.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. South Carolina has 330 pathologists. 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, 82% hold the MD credential and 7% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
50% of pathologists in South Carolina accept Medicare. Medicare covers pathology services as part of diagnostic testing. Biopsy interpretation, lab work, and molecular testing are covered when medically indicated. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some pathologists in South Carolina accept Healthy Connections, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers pathology services in all states as part of medically necessary diagnostic care. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Connections participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in South Carolina include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, centene, and molina.
Pathology services are billed as part of your medical care. Biopsy interpretation is typically covered under surgical or diagnostic benefits. Lab work is covered under your lab benefits. Second-opinion pathology reviews may have additional costs. Complex molecular testing (gene panels for cancer) requires prior authorization and can be expensive. Verify that your pathology lab is in-network.