
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Adults 65 and up
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Matthew Philip Varner
Matthew Philip Varner, DO, is a pulmonary and critical care medicine physician at Prisma Health in Columbia, South Carolina. Dr. Varner received his medical degree from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harlem, New York City, and completed his residency in internal medicine at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, New Jersey.
He then completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Prisma Health/University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina. He is originally from South Jersey and is a passionate Philadelphia sports fan. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family.
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Locations
- Prisma Health Pulmonology – Richland
- 1 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 300, Columbia, SC 29203
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-434-7910
- fax: 803-933-3022
- Prisma Health Pulmonology – Parkridge
- 100 Palmetto Health Parkway, Suite G100, Columbia, SC 29212
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-907-7850
- fax: 803-296-7061
Expertise
Education
- Residency: Cooper Hospital/University Medical Center, Internal Medicine
- Medical School: Touro University-College Of Osteopathic Medicine-Nevada
- Professional School: University Of Medicine & Dentistry Of New Jersey-Stratford, Master of Science (MS)
- Fellowship: Prisma Health/University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Board Certifications
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine
- Critical Care Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine
Insurance
- Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
- Absolute Total Care (Centene)
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
- BCBS
- BCBS Blue Essentials
- BCBS PPC
- BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
- BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
- BlueChoice Health Plan
- BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
- BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- Cigna Medicare
- Companion Benefit Alternatives
- CorVel Workers Compensation
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- FirstHealth (Aetna)
- Healthy Connections
- Humana - Healthy Horizons
- Humana Choice Care
- Humana Medicare
- Liberty Advantage
- Logistics Health
- Magellan
- MedCost
- Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
- Molina
- Molina Medicaid
- Multiplan/PHCS
- NHC Advantage
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Promise Health Plan
- SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
- Select Health Medicare
- Select Heath (First Choice)
- Spectera
- TriCare
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
- Wellcare (Centene)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
332 ratings, 69 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/26/2026
I have no complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2026
Basically everything was very good Waite time was short and everyone was friendly and knew there job and were very professional. Dr Varner was concerned about me using a Caine and ordered an xray to see what was causing me the pain and haveing to use a Caine
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2026
Keep up the great work
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
They're great. Couldn't have done any better. Dr. Varner cares about his patients enough to walk them out. Very compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
I think everyone I encountered during this visit did an outstanding job. The front desk was very nice and my nurse had a great personality and was easy to talk to. Dr Varner really made me feel comfortable and confident about the care I'll be recieving there. He took the time to answer all my questions and didnt try to brush over things like other doctors do. For the first time since learning my diagnosis elsewhere, I understand it. I feel more optimistic about things and that is LARGELY because of Dr Varner. I have no suggestions for improvement because I am fully satisfied and have high praise for this practice and this provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2026
THE RECEPTIONIST, THE NURSE AND DR. VARNER ARE EXCEPTIONAL. THEY SRE COURTEOUS ALL THE TINE.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Absolutely nothing needs to change Dr. Varner and the staff are awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
Everything was great, I have no complaints.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
I think the entire staff...the day of my doctor's appointment truly 100% treated me with respect and care. Great job team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Everyone was courteous and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Support, trust, and respect were all given!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Dr. Varner and staff were excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2026
Everyone was great !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2026
Everything in the office was excellent. Always there for your every need. Dr. Varner is an excellent physician. Knows his field.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2026
Excellent experience with knowledgeable physician. Hard topic but well explained
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
No improvement needed. Everything was done with professionalism and efficiency and care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Provider is always pleasant and positive. Listens intently and am confident with plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
I'm good with my feedback. All good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr. Varner and his staff are kind, professional and make me so comfortable. I do not know of anything that could improve their present care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2026
I am overall pleased with everyone that I interacted with. I think they listened and cared about my health. I would not change any of the people that cared for me that day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
no suggestions for improvement
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2025
I have no complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Everyone and everything went great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
I only went to get a shot. Always nice and pleasant people
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
No improvements are needed. Top notch & professional Drs. & Nurses.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
I was 100% pleased!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
Dr.Varner and his staff is wonderful, so loving and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2025
Due to my rare condition I have several doctors. Dr. Varner is my favorite because he is kind and takes very good care of me. My husband always goes to my appts. WE are grateful for Dr. Varner and his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Excellent !!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Everything was well planned and executed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
I was cared properly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Nothing - everything was just fine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Nothing everyone did an amazing job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr Varner is my favorite doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Dr Varner's schedule at the Parkridge office was not available at checkout. As soon as I got to my car, I got a call from another team member to schedule my appt at Parkridge. It does not seem like an efficient use of staff & sends mixed messages to patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Everyone was patient with any questions I had and was VERY kind. I left the office feeling confident that my situation was under control.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Everything is good, thanks. I'm very impressed with Prisma
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
I'm So Very Grateful To Dr Varner For making sure I got my Medicine. He communicated with the Drug Rep and got it approved. Thank So Much Sir!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
I was satisfied with the treatment I received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Have Dr. Varner at Parkridge more often.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Saw nothing that needed improvement
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
They were all great.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
The nursing/support staff did not know how to forward an order for a nebulizer to a pharmacy. As such, I still do not have one.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
Nothing, everything about my office visit was professional and positive!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
I couldn't have expected any more attention than I received
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
All was fine. Only problem being that due to distance, ease of access the Parkridge location is far more convenient for my situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Everyone is absolutely fantastic and helpful in this office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
No change needed. My 1st visit and couldn't be happier with treatment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Always excellent treatment from all staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Seems fine like it is. Don't try to fix what ain't broke.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Nothing, everybody was a polite and helpful and knowledgeable.What they were going to do I loved the idea that they showed me everything with the procedure is going to be done, appreciate that perspectives
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
My experience was great. Everyone was kind and knowledgeable about what needed to be done so I can better improve in areas to deal with my medical condition.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
More timely in keeping appointments, I was the very first appointment but it still needed ? a 30 minute wait before being seen
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Don't know Excellent service Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Dr. Varner is a very good doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Everything was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
Dr. Varner and his entire staff is such a joy and I trust them all 100%.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
My experience with the facility and the staff have been positive to the extent that they have my confidence in their professionalism and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
I felt comfortable with the service. Provider made me feel as if he was concerned respectful and knowledgeable about my care I visited another pulmonary facility did not receive same care. Not to mention the dr was very standoffish I got the impression I was inconveniencing him. The staff was very rude I waiting almost an hour after tests. The temperature in the office was below freezing never even offered a blanket. The nurse was worse patronizing me as she chewed gum in my face as I attempted to leave she grabbed my arm. Not to keep complaining I called the facility the morning to confirm my appointment. They sent me to wrong facility
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Everything was fine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Awesome staff there. Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Everything was fine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
Great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
Everything was fine.