Compare 27 sports medicine physicians in Columbia, SC. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
27
Sports Medicine Physicians
100%
Accepting patients
70%
Most common: MD
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Columbia has 27 sports medicine physicians. The most common credential is MD (70%). 100% are currently accepting new patients. Practitioners see patients in neighborhoods including Five Points, The Vista (Congaree Vista), Shandon, and Forest Acres.
Nearby hospitals include Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, and Lexington Medical Center (nearby). Local training programs run through University of South Carolina School of Medicine and University of South Carolina. Prisma Health is the largest healthcare system in South Carolina, headquartered in the Columbia-Greenville corridor.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Columbia sports medicine physicians include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, and centene. 85% accept Medicare.
The first visit includes a detailed history of your injury, activity level, and training habits. The doctor will perform a focused musculoskeletal exam, testing range of motion, strength, and stability of the affected area. They may use in-office ultrasound for real-time imaging. Treatment plans often combine physical therapy, targeted exercises, injection options (corticosteroid, PRP), and graduated return-to-activity protocols.
See a sports medicine doctor for sprains, strains, tendinitis, overuse injuries, stress fractures, concussions, exercise-related knee or shoulder pain, hip pain from running or cycling, back pain related to activity, and guidance on returning to exercise after injury or surgery. They are also a good resource for exercise prescription if you have chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or obesity.
Office visit copay: $30-75 · In-office ultrasound: included in visit or $100-300 · Corticosteroid injection: $100-300 · MRI: $500-3,000
Columbia, SC has 27 licensed sports medicine physicians. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of sports medicine physicians in Columbia, SC 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 sports medicine physicians in Columbia, SC include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, centene, 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. In-office ultrasound may be included or cost $100 to $300. A corticosteroid injection costs $100 to $300. An MRI runs $500 to $3,000. Actual costs in Columbia, SC depend on the provider and your insurance plan. PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections are generally not covered by insurance and cost $500 to $2,000 out of pocket. Standard corticosteroid injections are covered. Ask about evidence and expected outcomes before choosing between options.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Columbia, SC has 27 sports medicine physicians. 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 Columbia, SC, 70% hold the MD credential and 22% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
85% of sports medicine physicians in Columbia, SC accept Medicare. Medicare covers sports medicine visits for medically necessary musculoskeletal conditions. Physical therapy and imaging are covered with standard cost-sharing. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Columbia, SC include medicare, unitedhealthcare, qhp-26065, centene, and qhp-73107.
Sports medicine visits are covered as specialist visits under medical insurance. Physical therapy referrals are typically covered with visit caps. Imaging (MRI, ultrasound) may require prior authorization. PRP and regenerative injections are generally not covered by insurance and cost $500 to $2,000 per injection out of pocket. Standard corticosteroid injections are covered.