Summary

Dr. Alexander Kent treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts and performs dilated eye exams and tonometry as part of his ophthalmology practice. He has practiced ophthalmology for 37 years and is affiliated with HCA Healthcare Colleton Medical Center.

Dr. Kent earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency. He sees patients in Charleston and Walterboro, South Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kent 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent has 6 locations

Carolina Cataract And Laser Center

125 Doughty St Ste 330Charleston, SC 29403
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eyecare Physicians And Surgeons

404 Robertson BlvdWalterboro, SC 29488
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Roper Saint Francis Eye Center

18 Farmfield AveCharleston, SC 29407
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital

2095 Henry Tecklenburg DrCharleston, SC 29414

Trident Surgery Center

9330 Medical Plaza DrN Charleston, SC 29406

Walterboro SC

400 Constance StWalterboro, SC 29488

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Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent, MDDr. Scott Michael Anfinson, MDDr. Gene Reid Howard, MDDr. Stephen Jervais Phillips, MD
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37 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Charleston , SCBluffton , SCMount Pleasant , SCMyrtle Beach , SC
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Davis Vision
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • EyeMed
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Stanford University School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Stanford University School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Kent's NPI number is 1770529539.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Alexander Kent's office located?
Dr. Alexander Kent's office is located at 125 Doughty St Ste 330, Charleston, SC, 29403.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alexander Kent affiliated with?
Dr. Alexander Kent is affiliated with Hca Healthcare Colleton Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Kent?
You can find contact information for Dr. Alexander Kent here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Alexander Kent speak?
Dr. Alexander Kent speaks English.
Does Dr. Alexander Kent accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alexander Kent accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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