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MUSC Education Health Research Find a Provider Find a Location Careers Giving Virtual Care MyChart Login I want to Get Care Now Patients & Visitors For Providers Pediatric Care Cancer Care Home/Locations/MUSC Health University Medical Center MUSC Health University Medical Center 171 Ashley Ave Charleston, SC 29425 Monday - Sunday Open 24 hours Phone 843-792-1414 See on Map Note: MUSC Health has implemented visitor restrictions due to the Coronavirus (COVID -19). Visitors will be screened for entry into the facility. Please enter through the Adult Emergency Department or the main entrance on the Horseshoe. We discourage all children under the age of 12 from visiting. Experiencing symptoms of Coronavirus? FREE virtual visit with code COVID19. MUSC Health University Medical Center is located in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina. University Medical Center is dedicated to changing what's possible in health care through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. University Medical Center is a nationally recognized and leading health sciences university. It is comprised of four hospitals (Institute of Psychiatry, Children's Hospital, Ashley River Tower, and University Hospital) and an NCI-designated cancer center, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center. University Medical Center is also home to South Carolina's only solid organ transplant center, the Level I Trauma Center, as well as one of only two National Telehealth Centers of Excellence. Services & Conditions Treated Meet Our Care Team Sarah Beasley, M.D. Internal Medicine New patient visits Resident Seeing a resident physician—who collaborates closely with experienced supervising doctors—offers you more appointment options while ensuring high-quality, compassionate care. See profile Leslie Ellen Bunting, NP Hospital Medicine See profile Russell Steven Blackwelder, M.D., Mdiv Hospital Medicine See profile Roger Pons, M.D. Hospital Medicine See profile Gregory Alan Compton, M

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Medical University Hospital Authority provides hospital services in Charleston, SC. Call (843) 792-2300.

Charleston, SC

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180 Ashley Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
Phone
(843) 792-2300
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Office hours

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

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Cost of senior care in Charleston, SC

Assisted living in Charleston, SC has a median cost of $5,350 per month. Source: CareScout 2025. Non-medical in-home care runs about $31 per hour (South Carolina median, CareScout 2025), or roughly $4,960 per month for full-time help.

Senior care costs in Charleston, SC
Care typeTypical costNotes
Non-medical in-home care$31/hour~$4,960/mo full-time
Assisted living$5,350/monthprivate one-bedroom
Nursing home$9,612/month~$115,344/yr, private room

Source: CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2025).

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Medical University Hospital Authority accept Medicaid?

Medical University Hospital Authority has not confirmed Medicaid acceptance on this listing. Contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage and eligibility.

Does Medical University Hospital Authority accept Medicare?

Medical University Hospital Authority has not confirmed Medicare acceptance on this listing. Contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage.

Where is Medical University Hospital Authority located?

Medical University Hospital Authority is located at 180 Ashley Avenue, Charleston, SC 29403.

How do I contact Medical University Hospital Authority?

You can reach Medical University Hospital Authority by phone at (843) 792-2300.

How much does assisted living cost in Charleston, SC?

Assisted living in Charleston, SC has a median cost of $5,350 per month (CareScout 2025). Actual prices vary by community, room type, and level of care.

How much does in-home care cost in Charleston, SC?

Non-medical in-home care in Charleston, SC runs about $31 per hour (South Carolina median, CareScout 2025). Full-time care (about 160 hours a month) works out to roughly $4,960 per month.

Does Medicaid help pay for senior care in South Carolina?

Yes. South Carolina's Medicaid program offers waivers that can help cover home care and, in some cases, assisted living for residents who meet income and care-need rules. Eligibility and covered services vary, so confirm the details with the state program.

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