First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Dr. Adrian Van Bakel, MD
Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Clinical Overview
Dr. Adrian Van Bakel, MD works in Charleston, SC as
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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.
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Office Locations
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The Medical University of South Carolina Foundation25 Courtenay Dr, Charleston, SC 29425
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MUSC University Hospital171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425
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Carr Physical Therapy Inc1003 Grove Rd, Greenville, SC 29605
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Office30 Courtenay Dr, Charleston, SC 29425
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Patient Reviews
Mar 29, 2026
5 star
Oct 24, 2025
very through and caring. Does an excellent assessment and allows time to ask questions. Best MD i’ve ever had the privilege of being seen by.
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Medical Expertise & Background
Specialties*
Cardiology
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Dr. Adrian Van Bakel, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.
Dr. Van Bakel accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Van Bakel's office to make an appointment.
Dr. Van Bakel accepts First Health, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana, Curative, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Van Bakel accepts here.
Dr. Van Bakel's office is located at 25 Courtenay Dr Charleston, SC 29425. Get a map and directions to Dr. Van Bakel's office here.
Dr. Van Bakel frequently sees patients for
Dr. Van Bakel has a star rating of 5.0/5 and has been reviewed 2 times.
Dr. Van Bakel is board certified in
Dr. Van Bakel has been practicing as a Cardiologist for 45 years.
Education & Credentials
Medical Education
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University of Louisville School of Medicine
1981
Board Certifications
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine
Internship
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Medical University of South Carolina
1984
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