Summary

Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz is a rheumatologist and internal medicine specialist with 38 years of experience treating complex joint and autoimmune conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Dr. Goeckeritz is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Goeckeritz practices at Lexington Medical Center Main Campus and Lexington Rheumatology in West Columbia, South Carolina. He specializes in managing chronic kidney disease and various forms of arthritis that cause joint pain. His treatment approach includes physical therapy to improve mobility, infusion therapy for targeted medication delivery, and chemotherapy for certain autoimmune conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Bruce Edwin Goeckeritz has 2 locations

Lexington Rheumatology

146 E Hospital Dr Ste 550West Columbia, SC 29169
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lexington Medical Center Main Campus

2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169

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Dr. Bruce Edwin Goeckeritz, MDDr. Ehizode Martin Udevbulu, MDDr. John Mitchell Farthing, DODr. Christopher Travis Shady, DO
RheumatologyCritical Care MedicineEmergency MedicineHospital Medicine
3.3 
38 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
West Columbia , SCBrooklyn , NYColumbia , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Lagos College Of Medicine Med School: PIKEVILLE COLLEGE SCHOOL OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE Med School: Edward Via Carolinas College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce Edwin Goeckeritz

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - HMO
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce Edwin Goeckeritz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce Edwin Goeckeritz has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Gout
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz speak?
Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz's office located?
Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz's office is located at 146 E Hospital Dr Ste 550, West Columbia, SC, 29169.
Is Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz accepting new patients?
Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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