Dr. Matthew J. Flood

About the Doctor

Dr. Matthew J. Flood is a family medicine doctor in Union, South Carolina, affiliated with AnMed Cannon Hospital and Cherokee Medical Center. He received his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency in Family Medicine at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Greenville (Greenville) (1991–1994). He has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Flood has patient awards for clearly explaining conditions and performing thorough exams. His patient rating is 3/5 based on 25 reviews. He accepts Humana, Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and other insurance plans.

• Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine

• Residency: Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Greenville, Family Medicine (1991–1994)

• Years of Experience: 21+ years

• Patient Awards: Clearly Explains, Performs Thorough Exams

• Practice Setting: Outpatient primary care at Cannon Memorial Hospital

Education & Training

Medical School – University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Residency – Prisma Health/University of South Carolina SOM Greenville (Greenville), Family Medicine (1991–1994)
Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Type 2 diabetes

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)

• Upper respiratory infections (cold, flu, sinusitis)

• Allergies

• Asthma

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Depression and anxiety

• Obesity and weight management

• Thyroid disorders

• Arthritis and joint pain

• Skin conditions (acne, rashes, dermatitis)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Annual physical exams (wellness visits)

• Preventive health screenings (blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose)

• Immunizations and vaccinations (flu, pneumonia, COVID-19, etc.)

• In-office diagnostic testing (strep throat, flu, urine analysis)

• Spirometry for asthma/COPD

• Minor dermatologic procedures (skin biopsy, wart removal)

• Wound care and suture removal

• Chronic disease management (medication adjustments, lifestyle counseling)

• Basic laboratory test interpretation

Services Offered

Dr. Flood provides comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages, focusing on prevention, early detection, and management of common medical conditions. His practice emphasizes thorough examinations and clear communication to help patients understand their health status and treatment options. Services include routine health checkups, chronic disease management for conditions like diabetes and hypertension, preventive screenings, and vaccinations. As a family medicine provider, he coordinates care with specialists when needed and helps patients navigate their overall health needs.

• Routine checkups – Annual physicals, well-child visits, school/sports physicals, Medicare wellness visits

• Preventive care – Immunizations, cancer screenings (colorectal, breast, cervical), cardiovascular risk assessment

• Chronic disease management – Diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, asthma, COPD, thyroid disorders

• Acute illness care – Respiratory infections, urinary tract infections, flu, minor injuries

• Mental health support – Screening and medication management for depression and anxiety

• Lifestyle counseling – Weight management, smoking cessation, nutrition, exercise

• Minor procedures – Skin biopsy, wart removal, laceration repair, toenail care

• Coordination of care – Referrals to specialists, hospital follow-up, home health orders

Accepted Insurances

• Amerihealth Caritas (HMO, Medicaid)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina (HMO)

• Humana (Medicare, PPO)

• North Carolina State Medicaid (Medicaid)

• United Healthcare (HMO, POS, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 801 W Main Street, Union, SC 29379
Phone: (864) 429-8029

Hospital Affiliations

• AnMed Cannon Hospital – Pickens, South Carolina 

• Cherokee Medical Center – Gaffney, South Carolina