Browse rheumatologists in South Carolina.
161
Rheumatologists
100%
Accepting patients
78%
Most common: MD
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South Carolina has 161 licensed rheumatologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (78%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 10%.
Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and University of South Carolina School of Medicine - Columbia train rheumatologists 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 rheumatologists.
78% accept Medicare. Patients with Healthy Connections should verify coverage directly, as not all rheumatologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, molina, and centene.
The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston is the oldest medical school in the South, founded in 1824.
South Carolina has 161 licensed rheumatologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of rheumatologists 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 rheumatologists in South Carolina include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, molina, and centene. 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. A rheumatoid factor/ANA panel costs $100 to $300. Biologic infusions cost $1,000 to $5,000 per treatment. Joint ultrasound runs $200 to $500. Actual costs in South Carolina depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Biologic medications are the biggest cost driver in rheumatology. Biosimilars (generic-equivalent biologics) can significantly reduce costs. Manufacturer copay programs can bring patient costs down to $5 to $25 per month. Ask your rheumatologist about all financial assistance options.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. South Carolina has 161 rheumatologists. 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, 78% hold the MD credential and 10% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
78% of rheumatologists in South Carolina accept Medicare. Medicare covers rheumatology visits and medically necessary treatments, including biologic infusions administered in the office (Part B). Oral biologic medications are covered under Part D. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some rheumatologists in South Carolina accept Healthy Connections, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers rheumatology services in all states. Coverage for biologic medications requires prior authorization and varies by state formulary. Many patients qualify for manufacturer assistance programs. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Healthy Connections participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in South Carolina include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, molina, and centene.
Rheumatology visits are covered as specialist visits. Biologic medications (Humira, Enbrel, Rinvoq, etc.) are expensive, often $2,000 to $6,000 per month before insurance. Most are covered under specialty pharmacy benefits with prior authorization. Manufacturer copay assistance programs can dramatically reduce out-of-pocket costs. Your rheumatologist's office typically handles authorization paperwork.