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Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD is a pediatrician in Charleston, SC specializing in general pediatrics. Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD is affiliated with MUSC Health.
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171 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29425
2250 Mall Drive
North Charleston, SC 29406
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
She has a state license in South Carolina.
Licensed In: South Carolina
Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD 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.
According to our sources, Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 56 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Charleston, SC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sara Hampton Ritchie, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Sara Ritchie practices general pediatrics in Charleston, SC and North Charleston, SC. She has a special interest in attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). Patient reviews placed Dr. Ritchie at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She is an in-network provider for several insurance carriers, including Blue California, Coventry, and Employers Health Network. Dr. Ritchie is conversant in Spanish. She is professionally affiliated with MUSC Health.
