Dr. Ernest Atkinson, MD
Dr. Ernest Atkinson, MD
Offers telehealth
Overview
Dr. Ernest Atkinson, MD works in Kingstree, SC as
They graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1990. Dr. Atkinson completed a residency at Mc Leod Reg Medical Center. At present, Dr. Atkinson has received an average rating of 2.8 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times.
They are affiliated with McLeod Health Clarendon, MUSC Health Florence Medical Center, Lake City Community Hospital and Williamsburg Regional Hospital.
Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments.
Dr. Atkinson practices at Live Oak Medical Center in Kingstree, SC.
This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
Insurance Accepted
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Superior Health Plan
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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HealthyBlue 2.0HealthyBlue Advantage
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Open Access Plus
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Curative EPOCurative PPOCurative PPO Plus
Locations
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MUSC Health Primary Care - Kingstree342 W Main St, Kingstree, SC 29556
Patient Satisfaction
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I have been a patient for years. He has always listened to what I tell him, but will also be straight up with me. He's a very good physician and a good man.
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Education
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Medical University of South Carolina
1990
Residency
- Mc Leod Reg Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ernest Atkinson, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Atkinson accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Atkinson's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Atkinson accepts Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details., Ambetter and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Atkinson accepts here.
Dr. Atkinson's office is located at 342 W Main St Kingstree, SC 29556.
Dr. Atkinson has a star rating of 2.8/5 and has been reviewed 4 times.
Dr. Atkinson has been practicing as a Family Medicine Physician for 34 years.
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Preventive care: what doctors want you to know
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Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor
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Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year
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Get Screened for Cervical Cancer
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Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation
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Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)
Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
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Get Enough Folic Acid
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
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Quit Smoking
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