Summary

Dr. Reem Akel is a medical oncologist who specializes in gynecologic oncology, bringing a decade of experience to cancer care. They earned their medical degree from the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine and provide comprehensive treatment for patients facing complex oncological challenges. Dr. Akel offers care in English for patients throughout the region.

Dr. Akel practices at MUSC Health Hematology & Oncology in Florence, South Carolina. They focus on treating colon cancer and colorectal cancer, including cases where the disease has spread or returned after initial treatment. Their expertise includes ordering and interpreting MRI and CT scan imaging to monitor treatment progress, and they administer chemotherapy as part of comprehensive cancer care plans.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 10 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine
  • 4 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location

Office Location

MUSC Health Hematology & Oncology at Florence Medical Center

805 Pamplico Hwy Ste 315Florence, SC 29505

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Accepts New Patients
10 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Florence , SCFlorence , SCAtlanta , GAFlorence , SC
Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: ROSS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Reem Akel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Absolute Total Care (NEIC)
  • Absolute Total Care Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan\xa0
  • Aetna (Managed Choice)
  • Aetna (Open Choice)
  • Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization)
  • AllWell by Absolute Total Care
  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care\xa0(Marketplace)\xa0
  • BCBS Blue Essentials\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Blue Option\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice HealthCare (Group Health Plan)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health\xa0
  • Coventry
  • Employers Health Network (EHN)
  • First Choice VIP Care Plus Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • First Choice/Select Health (NEIC)
  • First Health
  • Great West Healthcare (Part of Cigna now)
  • Humana Healthy Horizons (through March 31 2025)
  • Medcost
  • Molina Healthcare\xa0
  • Molina Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • Tricare
  • United HealthCare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Reem Akel has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Reem Akel has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Gynecologic Oncologist
  • Hematology/oncology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Oncologist
  • Oncologist/hematologist

Certifications, License, & Education

10 Years Experience

Reem Akel 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

Medical School

Graduated from American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine in 2016.

NPI Number

Reem Akel's NPI number is 1619461852.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Reem Akel speak?
Reem Akel speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Reem Akel?
You can find contact information for Reem Akel here on Vitals.
Does Reem Akel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Reem Akel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Reem Akel's office located?
Reem Akel's office is located at 805 Pamplico Hwy Ste 315, Florence, SC, 29505.
Does Reem Akel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Reem Akel accepts on their Vitals profile.

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