Summary

Dr. Richard Carpenter is a family medicine physician who graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia. He completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital and brings four decades of medical experience to his practice. Dr. Carpenter is fluent in English and has dedicated his career to comprehensive family healthcare.

Dr. Carpenter practices at Elloree Family Practice with locations in both Santee and Elloree, South Carolina. He treats patients with chronic kidney disease and atrial fibrillation, providing ongoing care for these complex conditions. His practice offers breast cancer screening services and coordinates physical therapy treatments for patients who need rehabilitation support. Patients consistently rate Dr. Carpenter highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 40 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Lee Carpenter has 2 locations

Elloree Family Practice

8799 Old Number Six HwySantee, SC 29142
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Elloree Family Practice

2734 Cleveland StElloree, SC 29047
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Lee Carpenter

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Arkansas Total Care
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Choice Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • 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
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SelectHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Lee Carpenter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Lee Carpenter has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Lee Carpenter 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 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Carpenter's NPI number is 1376600486.

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What languages does Dr. Richard Carpenter speak?
Dr. Richard Carpenter speaks English.
Where is Dr. Richard Carpenter's office located?
Dr. Richard Carpenter's office is located at 8799 Old Number Six Hwy, Santee, SC, 29142.

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