Mount Pleasant Medicaid providers reported $71,851 in claims for Pathology and Laboratory Procedures in 2024, representing a 27,535% increase compared to the prior year.
Ravenel saw a 370.9% rise in Medicaid payments for the Medicine Services and Procedures category in 2024, signaling shifts in utilization and reimbursement trends.
North Charleston saw a 104% jump in Medicaid payments for the Temporary National Codes (Non-Medicare) group in 2024, highlighting shifts in service use and reimbursement trends.
In 2024, Hollywood Medicaid providers billed $11,430 for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies category, marking a 55.7% increase compared to the prior year.
Medicaid providers in Charleston reported $5,835,389 in claims for Dental Services in 2024, reflecting a 12% increase over the prior year.
The City of Charleston has announced six new affordable townhomes available through its First-Time Homebuyer Program. With modern amenities and city subsidies lowering purchase prices below $289,000, this initiative aims to expand access to stable housing amid rising costs.
Medicaid payments for COVID-19 services in Charleston reached at least $660,040 in 2024, accounting for less than 0.1% of total claims linked to virus-related HCPCS codes.
Emily Collier of West Ashley High School has been named one of eight South Carolina educators chosen for the prestigious STAR Seminar this spring. The seminar recognizes veteran teachers’ excellence and commitment through a five-day retreat focused on professional growth.
Dylan Gourdine, an eighth grader with Charleston County School District’s virtual program at Laing Middle School, has been named a 2026 Summit STEM Fellow after being selected from thousands of international applicants. The award recognizes his interest in epidemiology along with strong academic dedication.
Charleston County School District spotlights Javotay Washington’s journey through its Teach Charleston program into classroom teaching at R.B. Stall High School. Washington credits both his background in education roles and support from the program for his success as an English teacher.