Summary

Dr. Richard Carter treats breast cancer, metastatic or recurrent breast cancer, and Paget disease of the breast, and performs scintimammography and surgical pathology. He practices surgery, plastic surgery, and gastroenterology and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Carter completed his residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System and sees patients in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; Richmond, Virginia; and Greenville, South Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Carter 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 21 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
  • 12 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Ford Carter has 4 locations

Southeastern Spine Institute And Ambulatory Surgery Center

1625 Hospital DrMount Pleasant, SC 29464
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Richmond Surgical

7607 Forest Ave Ste 220Richmond, VA 23229

Bon Secours Saint Francis Downtown

1 Saint Francis DrGreenville, SC 29601

Saint Francis Eastside

125 Commonwealth DrGreenville, SC 29615

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Mount Pleasant , SCCharleston , SCCharleston , SCNorfolk , VA
Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Queensland School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Ford Carter

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Choice Health
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • PreferredOne
  • SAMBA
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Ford Carter has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Ford Carter has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gastroenterology
  • Laparoscopic General Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Ford Carter 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Carter's NPI number is 1982813283.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Carter's office located?
Dr. Richard Carter's office is located at 1625 Hospital Dr, Mount Pleasant, SC, 29464.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Carter?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Carter here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Richard Carter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Carter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Carter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Carter accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Richard Carter accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Carter is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Richard Carter's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

This provider profile is built using data from:

  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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