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Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS

(144 Ratings)

Specializes in: Colon & Rectal Surgery and Surgical Oncology (Cancer Surgery)

Professional interests include: cancer, gastrointestinal problems (digestive disorders), colon cancer, and more.

25 Courtenay Drive
Charleston, SC 29425

(843) 792-2300

Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS is in Charleston, SC specializing in colon & rectal surgery and surgical oncology (cancer surgery). Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS is affiliated with MUSC Health and University Medical Associates.

Office Locations

Address:

171 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29425

Address:

25 Courtenay Drive
Charleston, SC 29425

Some issues Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

In The News

“"The last time North Carolina enacted a photo ID requirement for voting, lawmakers designed restrictions that a federal court found targeted Black voters 'with almost surgical precision,'" Karen...”—"N.C. voters adopt four, reject two of the constitutional amendments", The Daily Tar Heel, November 2018

doctor visit	86
gastrointestinal procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	65

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	68
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	44
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	25

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

doctor visit	160
gastrointestinal procedures	26
minimally invasive procedures	26

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	116
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	40

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	15

doctor visit	136
gastrointestinal procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	101
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	20

doctor visit	172
gastrointestinal procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	15

**Gender**
Male	55
Female	111

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	127
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	47
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	29

doctor visit	72

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	45

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	60
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	22

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	48

doctor visit	282
gastrointestinal procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	15

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS treated as in Charleston, SC were minimally invasive procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

doctor visit	153
gastrointestinal procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	47
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	8
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	30

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS From 2016 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	32
High Cholesterol	26
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	12
Atrial Fibrillation	2
Dementia	0
Cancer	12

Education & Training

She has a state license in South Carolina.

Licensed In: South Carolina

Affiliations & Hospitals

Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MUSC Health

University Medical Associates

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS appears to accept the following insurance providers: MedCost, Aetna Medicare, CIGNA Medicare, WellCare, Group Health Plan (GHP), Blue Choice, United Healthcare, Great-West Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Community Care Network (CCN), Molina Healthcare, TRICARE, Coventry, Employers Health Network, First Health, Clover Health, Ambetter from Absolute Total Care (Marketplace), AllWell by Absolute Total Care, Aetna (Open Choice), See All Accepted Insurances, First Choice Next, Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators, Aetna (Exclusive Choice), First Choice/Select Health (NEIC), Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina, Aetna (Managed Choice), BCBS Blue Essentials (Marketplace), Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization), Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP), Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC), Absolute Total Care (NEIC), Medicare A & B (Traditional Medicare), See Fewer Accepted Insurances and Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS accepts the following insurance providers:

MedCost

Aetna Medicare

CIGNA Medicare

WellCare

Group Health Plan (GHP)

Blue Choice

United Healthcare

Great-West Healthcare

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

Community Care Network (CCN)

Molina Healthcare

TRICARE

Coventry

Employers Health Network

First Health

Clover Health

Ambetter from Absolute Total Care (Marketplace)

AllWell by Absolute Total Care

Aetna (Open Choice)

See All Accepted Insurances

First Choice Next

Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators

Aetna (Exclusive Choice)

First Choice/Select Health (NEIC)

Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina

Aetna (Managed Choice)

BCBS Blue Essentials (Marketplace)

Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization)

Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP)

Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC)

Absolute Total Care (NEIC)

Medicare A & B (Traditional Medicare)

See Fewer Accepted Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare

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Ratings & Reviews

Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 144 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS from all over the web to help you find the right in Charleston, SC.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Karen Karpick Anderson, PA, MS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
KCI USA, Inc.	$52 V.A.C. VERAFLO $52

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$52

Biography

Ms. Karen Anderson's areas of specialization are surgical oncology (cancer surgery) and colon & rectal surgery; she sees patients in Charleston, SC. Ms. Anderson's average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She has a special interest in colorectal surgery procedures and colon cancer. She most likely takes Blue California, Coventry, and Employers Health Network, as well as other insurance carriers. She is professionally affiliated with MUSC Health and the University Medical Associates.