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Dr. Clarence W Legerton III, MD

Dr. Clarence W Legerton III, MD

Rheumatology*

Dr. Clarence W Legerton III, MD is a rheumatologist in Summerville, SC. Dr. Legerton III has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He is affiliated with medical facilities Trident Medical Center and Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Dr. Legerton III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Legerton III specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Legerton III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Legerton III

3.5

24 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
54%
54%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Pawleys Island, SC – Feb 15, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Susie Goodwin in Goose Creek, SC – Dec 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Charles Mungo in Charleston, SC – Sep 19, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brenda Klinkwe in Mount Pleasant, SC – Mar 08, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kim in Charleston, SC – Mar 01, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy burns in Mt pleasant, sc – Mar 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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Lilly147 in Goose Creek, SC – Feb 18, 2016
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care philosophy

It is our goal at Low Country Rheumatology to provide our patients with timely, caring service of the highest quality. As Board Certified Rheumatologists with years of clinical experience, we are qualified to manage all connective tissue diseases...read more
  • Rheumatology

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  • Vanderbilt University - Nashville Tn

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Vanderbilt University - Nashville Tn

    Residency Hospital
  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Legerton III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Trident Medical Center

      9330 Medical Plaza Dr
      Charleston, SC 29406
      Recipient of 28
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Trident Health System-Summerville Medical Center

      295 Midland Pkwy
      Summerville, SC 29485
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards
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