Summary

Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician with 38 years of experience treating patients with complex inflammatory 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 provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Goeckeritz practices at Lexington Medical Center Main Campus and maintains his rheumatology practice in West Columbia, South Carolina. He specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and axial spondyloarthritis. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood testing and metabolic panels to monitor patient health and treatment response. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 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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RheumatologyCardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicinePediatrics
3.3 
38 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
West Columbia , SCColumbia , SCRock Hill , SCElgin , SC
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Medicinski Fakultet Sveucilista U Zagrebu Med School: Baylor College Of 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

Completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Goeckeritz's NPI number is 1366552796.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz affiliated with?
Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center Main Campus.
Does Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz?
You can find contact information for Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz speak?
Dr. Bruce Goeckeritz speaks English and Spanish.

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