Expertise in
23
conditions
Expertise in
23
conditions
University Medical Associates Of The Medical University Of South Carol
171 Ashley Ave, 
Charleston, SC 

Overview

James Oates is a Rheumatologist in Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Oates is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Lupus Nephritis, Dermatomyositis, Temporal Arteritis, and Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA). Dr. Oates is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 37 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in SC

Hospital Affiliations

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital
Musc Medical Center
Musc Health Florence Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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
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
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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

UNIVERSITY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF THE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROL
171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425

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. James C. Oates

How do I make an appointment with Dr. James C. Oates?

You can book an appointment with Dr. James C. Oates by calling their office at 843-792-1414. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. James C. Oates a top-rated expert for Lupus Nephritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James C. Oates is classified as an Distinguished expert for Lupus Nephritis, 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. James C. Oates specialize in?

While Dr. James C. Oates is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Lupus Nephritis, Dermatomyositis, and Temporal Arteritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. James C. Oates participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James C. Oates has published 37 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lupus Nephritis. You can view a list of Dr. James C. Oates's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James C. Oates accept my insurance?

Dr. James C. Oates accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-792-1414 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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