Summary

Dr. Kent Cunningham is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with 38 years of experience caring for patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical University Hospital Authority. Dr. Cunningham speaks English fluently.

Dr. Cunningham practices at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital and maintains locations throughout Sumter, South Carolina. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower GI endoscopies to diagnose and monitor digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 38 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical University Hospital Authority
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Kent Newton Cunningham has 3 locations

Sumter Gastroenterology Llc

641 W Wesmark BlvdSumter, SC 29150
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital

129 N Washington StSumter, SC 29150

Wesmark Ambulatory Surgery Center

420 W Wesmark BlvdSumter, SC 29150
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Kent Newton Cunningham, MDDr. Ugochukwu Nnamdi Okereke, MDDr. Mark William Sohner, MDDr. Oliver Pierre Harden, MD
GastroenterologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.1 
4.2 
38 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Sumter , SCSumter , SCBishopville , SCSumter , SC
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nigeria Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kent Newton Cunningham

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Arkansas Total Care
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kent Newton Cunningham has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kent Newton Cunningham has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, South Carolina, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical University Hospital Authority

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Kent Cunningham accepting new patients?
Dr. Kent Cunningham is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Kent Cunningham's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kent Cunningham's office located?
Dr. Kent Cunningham's office is located at 641 W Wesmark Blvd, Sumter, SC, 29150.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kent Cunningham affiliated with?
Dr. Kent Cunningham is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital.
Does Dr. Kent Cunningham accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Kent Cunningham has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Kent Cunningham speak?
Dr. Kent Cunningham speaks English.

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