Summary

Dr. Louis Hite specializes in internal medicine and family medicine, bringing over five decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. With 53 years in medicine, Dr. Hite offers comprehensive care for patients of all ages. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Hite practices at locations in Irmo and Columbia, South Carolina, and maintains an affiliation with Palmetto Health Baptist. He treats patients with taste and smell disorders, including loss of smell and abnormal taste sensations. His practice also focuses on preventive care, offering breast cancer screening services including advanced imaging techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 53 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 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. Louis Carey Hite has 2 locations

Palmetto Primary Care Physicians

7430 College StIrmo, SC 29063
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

Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast

120 Gateway Corporate BlvdColumbia, SC 29203

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Irmo , SCMyrtle Beach , SCCOLUMBIA , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Louis Carey Hite

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Louis Carey Hite has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Louis Carey Hite has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Family Medicine
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heartburn
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Stroke
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Hite's NPI number is 1265434013.

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