Name: Dr. Michael L. Blubaugh
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Qualification/Board Certification: Doctor of Medicine
Affiliation: HCA Healthcare Colleton Hospital
Locations: Walterboro, South Carolina
Languages Spoken: Not specified
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1013016138
About the Doctor
Dr. Michael L. Blubaugh is an experienced internal medicine physician based in Walterboro, South Carolina, with over 21 years of clinical practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia.
Dr. Blubaugh specializes in adult primary care and hospital medicine, managing a wide range of chronic and acute medical conditions. He is particularly experienced in treating hypertension, diabetes, and spinal-related conditions. Known for his thorough examinations and clear communication, he maintains a strong patient satisfaction rating (4/5) and is currently accepting new patients.
Highlights:
- 21+ years of experience in internal medicine
- Focus on chronic disease management and hospital care
- Highly rated for communication and thorough exams
- Accepting new patients
- Affiliated with a recognized regional hospital
Education & Training
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Blubaugh treats a broad range of adult medical conditions, including:
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)
- Diabetes (chronic diabetes management)
- Lower back pain
- Spinal stenosis and spondylosis
- General adult health conditions and illnesses
Medical Procedures Performed
Dr. Blubaugh provides non-surgical medical care and diagnostic services, including:
- Comprehensive internal medicine evaluations
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive health screenings
- Diagnostic assessments and monitoring
- Hospital-based patient care (hospitalist services)
- Medication management and treatment planning
Services Offered
Dr. Blubaugh offers comprehensive primary and hospital-based care for adult patients. His services focus on long-term health management, preventive care, and treatment of both acute and chronic conditions. He works closely with patients to monitor ongoing health issues and provides personalized care plans to improve overall health outcomes.
Services include:
- Routine checkups and physical examinations
- Chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol)
- Preventive care and screenings
- Hospital inpatient care (hospitalist services)
- Diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses
- Patient education and lifestyle counseling
Accepted Insurances
Dr. Blubaugh accepts multiple insurance plans. Patients should confirm coverage directly with the provider.
- AmeriHealth Caritas (Medicaid)
- BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina (HMO)
- Cigna (PPO)
- North Carolina State Medicaid
- United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)
Practice Locations
Location:
Address: 461 Spruce St, Walterboro, SC, 29488
Phone: (843) 549-4335
Hospital Affiliations
Dr. Blubaugh is affiliated with:
- HCA Healthcare Colleton Hospital
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