Summary

Dr. Gene Howard is an ophthalmologist with four decades of experience serving patients throughout South Carolina. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Hospital. With 42 years in practice, Dr. Howard brings extensive expertise to eye care and vision health. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Howard practices at multiple locations including Mount Pleasant, Georgetown, and Charleston. He specializes in treating drooping eyelids and ptosis, conditions that can affect both vision and appearance. His surgical expertise includes blepharoplasty procedures to correct eyelid problems and botulinum injections for various eye-related conditions. Dr. Howard also provides comprehensive vision testing to evaluate and monitor eye health. Patients have rated him 4.8 out of 5 stars on average for his care and expertise.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Johns Hopkins University Hospital
  • 131 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Gene Reid Howard has 4 locations

Carolina Eyecare Physicians Llc

1101 Clarity Rd Ste 100Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 3:00 pm
WedClosed
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carolina Eyecare Physicians Llc

1200 Highmarket StGeorgetown, SC 29440
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu8:00 am - 3:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Physicians Eye Surgery Center

2060 Charlie Hall Blvd Ste 301Charleston, SC 29414
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carolina Eyecare Physicians - Mt. Pleasant

1101 Clarity Road (Johnny Dodds Blvd.)Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

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Dr. Gene Reid Howard, MDDr. Berdine Muirna Burger, MDDr. Jonathan J Ply, MDDr. Reinhardt Hans Schindler, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.6 
3.8 
4.5 
42 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, French, Italian, Spanish
Mount Pleasant , SCCharleston , SCMurrells Inlet , SCMyrtle Beach , SC
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gene Reid Howard

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Davis Vision
  • EmblemHealth
  • EyeMed
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • VSP
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gene Reid Howard has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Gene Reid Howard 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 Johns Hopkins University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Howard's NPI number is 1255343794.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Gene Howard's office located?
Dr. Gene Howard's office is located at 1101 Clarity Rd Ste 100, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464.
Does Dr. Gene Howard accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Gene Howard accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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