Cara S. Ferguson
Expertise in
11
conditions

Dr. Cara S. Ferguson

Internal Medicine
1200 Innovation Way, 
Mount Pleasant, SC 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
11
conditions
1200 Innovation Way, 
Mount Pleasant, SC 

Overview

Dr. Cara Ferguson is accepting new patients at MUSC Health Primary Care - Park West in Mount Pleasant. Dr. Ferguson completed her undergraduate degree at Clemson University. She earned her medical degree at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed her residency at Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine. She spent the last twelve years in private practice in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Ferguson's interests in primary care include management of chronic diseases including high blood pressure, diabetes, and preventative care, along with treatment of acute issues. She enjoys spending time with each patient to understand their medical concerns and formulate treatment options. Please call 843-876-1445 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ferguson.NOTE: This provider only sees patients 18 years of age and older. If you're looking for a primary care provider who sees patients of all ages, please [visit our Family Medicine provider page](https://answers.muschealth.org/specialty/FamilyMedicine).

Dr. Ferguson is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Chronic Cough, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ferguson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in SC

Hospital Affiliations

Novant Health East Cooper Medical Center
Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital
Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital
Musc Medical Center
Mount Pleasant Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
First Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

MUSC Health Primary Care - Park West
1200 Innovation Way, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

5 Total Publications

Barriers to perioperative palliative care across Veterans Health Administration hospitals: A qualitative evaluation.
Barriers to perioperative palliative care across Veterans Health Administration hospitals: A qualitative evaluation.
Journal: American journal of surgery
Published: July 01, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Cara S. Ferguson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Cara S. Ferguson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Cara S. Ferguson by calling their office at 843-876-1445. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Cara S. Ferguson a top-rated expert for High Cholesterol?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Cara S. Ferguson is classified as an Advanced expert for High Cholesterol, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Cara S. Ferguson specialize in?

While Dr. Cara S. Ferguson is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in High Cholesterol, Chronic Cough, and Cirrhosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Cara S. Ferguson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Cara S. Ferguson has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like High Cholesterol. You can view a list of Dr. Cara S. Ferguson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Cara S. Ferguson accept my insurance?

Dr. Cara S. Ferguson accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-876-1445 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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