Summary

Dr. Eric Horst is a board-certified endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism with 38 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia and completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Horst's extensive experience in endocrine disorders has made him a trusted specialist in the Columbia area. He provides care in English for patients seeking expert treatment for hormone-related conditions.

Dr. Horst practices at Laurel Endocrine And Thyroid Specialists in Columbia, South Carolina, and maintains hospital privileges at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast. His clinical expertise focuses on treating complex conditions including thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, and type 2 diabetes. He performs specialized procedures such as theranostics and provides comprehensive diabetes management using advanced insulin delivery systems including insulin pens and autoinjectors. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 38 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Laurel Endocrine And Thyroid Specialists Pa

1740 Saint Julian PlColumbia, SC 29204
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 12:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismPediatricsEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
38 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Columbia , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: Colegio Mayor De Nuestra Senora Del Rosario Facultad De Medicina Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric Allen Horst

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • 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
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Quiktrip
  • 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
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric Allen Horst has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric Allen Horst has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Eric Allen Horst holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Horst's NPI number is 1922088483.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Eric Horst affiliated with?
Dr. Eric Horst is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast.
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