Primary Care and Adult Medicine
A good primary care doctor knows your history, catches problems early, and helps you stay well between visits. Little River Medical Center provides adult medicine and geriatric care at locations across Horry County, from Little River and Loris to Carolina Forest, Aynor, South Strand, and Myrtle Beach. We see adults of every age for checkups, ongoing conditions, and the everyday care that keeps small issues from turning into big ones. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and most commercial plans, and we see uninsured patients on a sliding fee scale. Call 843-663-8000 to become a patient.
What adult medicine covers
- Annual physicals and preventive screenings
- Medicare Annual Wellness Visits
- Management of ongoing conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and thyroid disease
- Care for everyday illnesses and infections
- Vaccinations and immunizations
- Referrals to specialists, labs, and imaging
- Coordination with our pharmacy, behavioral health, and dental teams
Adult medical services include:
- Annual wellness exams and preventative care
- Disease management (diabetes, COPD, high blood pressure, and others)
- Care for minor illnesses (fevers, coughs, urinary tract infections, cuts, sprains and others)
- HIV/AIDs care
- Hepatitis C treatment
- Reproductive health services (contraceptives, STI treatment, family planning and more)
- On-site lab services
- Digital mammography
- X-ray services
- Bone density exams
- Diabetes management
- Nutritional counseling
- Telehealth
- Chronic Care Management
- Medicare Annual Visit
Geriatric care for older adults
Care changes as we age. For patients 65 and older, we focus on managing more than one condition at a time, reviewing medications to avoid harmful interactions, watching for changes in memory and mobility, and completing the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit that keeps your care plan current. If you or a parent needs help staying healthy and independent, we build care around that goal.
Medicare Annual Wellness Visit
If you are a new Medicare enrollee, you are entitled to a “Welcome to Medicare” visit to meet with your health care provider to discuss and update your personal care plan. There is no charge for this visit and the Part B deductible does not apply.
Some of the topics addressed during this visit:
- A review of your medical and family history
- Height, weight, and blood pressure measurements
- A review of necessary screenings, vaccinations or other possible tests needed
- A simple vision test
- A review of falls risks and safety
- Screenings for hearing impairments, dementia and depression
- Discussion of advanced directives
This visit must take place in the first 12 months you are enrolled in Medicare Part B.
As a Medicare beneficiary you receive this benefit each year and it is classified differently from your annual physical. Your subsequent wellness visit appointments will cover topics that your provider established as a baseline during your Welcome to Medicare visit.
Chronic Care Management
Another Medicare Part B benefit is Chronic Care Management (CCM). If you are living with 2 or more chronic diseases, CCM can help you manage your long-term health concerns.
What are some of the chronic conditions that CCM helps address?
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Heart disease
- COPD
- Congestive heart failure
- Depression
- Cancer
- Arthritis
We will provide you with direct access to a personal care manager that is available to you by phone or email. Your care manager will work with you between your appointments with your provider.
They can provide assistance with:
- Appointments
- Care coordination
- Prescription refills
- Assistance with community services or support resources
- Medication management
- Meeting your health goals
You may pay a nominal fee for CCM, and the Part B deductible and coinsurance apply. If you have supplemental insurance, or have both Medicare and Medicaid, you may find the monthly fee is covered.
Let your healthcare team at Little River Medical Center know that you would like to enroll in the CCM program and learn how we can help you create a care health plan that meets your health needs. To learn more about our Chronic Care Management program, please call 843-502-5916.
Care whatever your coverage
You do not need private insurance to see a doctor here. We accept Medicare and Medicaid, and if you are uninsured we offer a sliding fee scale based on household size and income. Our enrollment staff can also check whether you qualify for Medicaid or a Marketplace plan while you are in the office. See our Insurance and Sliding Fee Application pages for details.
Where to find us in Horry County
We provide adult medicine across the county so care stays close to home:
- Aynor
- Carolina Forest
- Health Access (Myrtle Beach)
- Little River
- Loris
- Myrtle Beach
- South Strand
- Mobile Medical
See Our Locations for addresses and hours, or Schedule an Appointment to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need insurance to see a primary care doctor at LRMC?
No. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial plans, and we see uninsured patients on a sliding fee scale based on household size and income.
Where do you offer primary care in Horry County?
At our Little River, Loris, Carolina Forest, Aynor, South Strand, and Myrtle Beach locations. Call 843-663-8000 to find the one closest to you.
What is a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?
It is a yearly visit covered by Medicare Part B to review your health, update your care plan, and set prevention goals. It is not the same as a head-to-toe physical, and our team can walk you through what it includes.
Can I get all my care in one place?
Yes. Medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services are part of the same organization, so your care is coordinated.
We accept most insurance plans, including:
- Medicare
- Medicaid
- Private or commercial plans
- ACA or Healthcare Marketplace plans
ESTABLISHED PATIENTS ONLY:
Same Day / Next Day Appointments
If you are an established patient, we can provide you with a same-day/next-day appointment. If you find it necessary to cancel your appointment, please call us as early as possible so that we may offer your time to someone else. We can offer telehealth visits if transportation or other issues prevent you from keeping your appointment.
After Hours:
If you are sick outside of normal office hours, please call the after-hours number to contact the provider on call. They will provide you with additional instruction. If you are experiencing a health emergency, please call 911.
After Hours: 843.497.3424
