GHS Pediatrics & Internal Medicine-Wade Hampton

GHS Pediatrics & Internal Medicine-Wade Hampton offers comprehensive medical care for people of all ages, from newborns to seniors. Our goal is to provide high-quality care and health information that empowers patients to actively manage their health. Serving as your medical home will give us the best overall view of your health and family medical history, which will enable us to provide care that works best for you. Should you ever need to see a GHS specialist, that doctor will have access to your electronic medical record—quickly and securely—to assist in your health care.

Our practice is transforming primary care, and you can see the difference! Learn more about how we are changing the patient experience in this edition of Inside Health magazine.

Providers

Margaret Sims, MD

Elizabeth McKinney, MD

Jeffery Jones, Jr, MD

Shannon Burgess, MD

Andrew Burgess, MD

Vitaliy Pipenko, Jr, NP

Angela Mendaros, NP

Bonnie Kennedy, NP

Erin Johnson, FNP-C, APRN, MS

Rose Coady, MD

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Become a Patient

The providers and staff at GHS Pediatrics & Internal Medicine–Wade Hampton are excited to have you as a new patient. We look forward to providing you with the highest-quality compassionate care that you will find in the Upstate.  At Pediatrics & Internal Medicine–Wade Hampton, we consider it a privilege to partner with you and work together to meet your healthcare needs. We are also passionate about preventive care. We want to both provide the highest-quality disease management and also take the time to work with you to prevent future problems down the road.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

The typical new-patient visit is a consultation in which your new provider will take the time to get to know you personally as well as your medical issues. Devoting this extra time at your initial visit allows us to gain a solid foundation of your health information that will result in us providing you with the highest quality care. After your initial consultation, we will together determine when lab work, additional testing and/or a physical are needed.

Services We Provide

• Gynecologic care including Pap smears, birth control and menopausal care
• Minor surgeries such as mole, cyst and wart removals
• Preventive care
• On-site lab drawing services
• Flu shots and immunizations
• Electrocardiograms (EKGs)
• Same-day appointments

After Hours Emergencies

For all medical emergencies, call 911. After hours, one of our providers is on call. Please call our office to speak with our nurse triage line. Remember that antibiotics and pain medications are NOT called in after hours, and be sure to have your pharmacy’s phone number handy when you call.

Insurance and Payment Policy

We accept most insurance plans and, as a courtesy, file insurance claims for you. Please be aware that your co-pay or deductible is due at the time of service. It is your responsibility to inform us of changes with your insurance plan. Although we file claims for you, you are still responsible for your bill, regardless of the amount your insurance company pays, except in cases of pre-negotiated insurance agreements and where legally prohibited.

If your insurance requires a referral for a specialist or prior approval for testing, our staff will make every effort to provide your insurance the necessary information.

If you do not have insurance, payment is expected at the time you receive services. A discount of 30 percent is given for cash-paying patients.

Medication Refill

Please remember to bring in your current prescription bottles to every visit. Established patients, please update your medication list in MyChart (see details below) prior to your visit and bring a copy in with you.

MyChart

GHS is providing a new electronic medical record and billing system that utilizes a tool called MyChart. MyChart allows you to see key parts of your medical record, communicate with your care team and participate in your care like never before.

Using MyChart, you can securely access your medical record online or through your mobile device to …

• Communicate with your care provider
• Access your health record
• View test results and immunizations
• Ask for prescription refills
• Obtain proxy access to family members’ MyChart
• Check in for office appointments electronically
• Schedule and cancel office appointments
• Pay bills online
• Review inpatient, emergency room and diagnostic health information

Sign up for MyChart and start enjoying benefits now! Here’s how:

• Ask for MyChart at your next office visit OR
• Request an account online at mychart.ghs.org (your secure online portal to your GHS medical record)

Sign up for MyChart