Expertise in
13
conditions
Expertise in
13
conditions
Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC
1101 Clarity Rd Ste 100, 
Mount Pleasant, SC 

Overview

Francisco Folgar is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

Dr. Folgar is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Geographic Atrophy, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NC

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
EmblemHealth
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
MetLife
  • 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

Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC
1101 Clarity Rd Ste 100, 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.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Francisco Folgar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Francisco Folgar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Francisco Folgar by calling their office at 843-884-8584. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Francisco Folgar a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Francisco Folgar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), 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. Francisco Folgar specialize in?

While Dr. Francisco Folgar is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Geographic Atrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Francisco Folgar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Francisco Folgar has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Francisco Folgar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Francisco Folgar accept my insurance?

Dr. Francisco Folgar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-884-8584 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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